Pannukakku

Pannukakku

Pannukakku (PAHN-noo-KAHK-koo)

Oven Pancake

Prep Time 10 min
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
6
🔥 Calories 251 kcal

A custardy, golden-edged Finnish pancake baked in the oven until puffed and set, served with berry jam and whipped cream.

Nutrition & Info

250 kcal per serving
Protein 8.0g
Carbs 30.0g
Fat 11.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten ⚠ dairy ⚠ eggs

Equipment Needed

large oven-safe pan or baking dish whisk oven

Presentation Guide

Vessel: baking dish or plate

Garnishes: powdered sugar, fresh berries

Accompaniments: strawberry jam, whipped cream

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 225°C. Place butter in a large oven-safe baking dish and melt in the oven.

  2. 2

    Whisk eggs, milk, flour, sugar, and salt into a smooth batter. Let rest 5 min.

  3. 3

    Pour batter into the hot buttered pan. The batter should sizzle.

  4. 4

    Bake 25-30 min until puffed, golden on top, and set in the center.

  5. 5

    Cut into squares. Serve immediately with strawberry jam and whipped cream.

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Did You Know?

Pannukakku is the inseparable companion to Thursday pea soup — one of Finland's most enduring food pairings.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • large oven-safe pan or baking dish
  • whisk
  • oven

Garnishing

powdered sugar, fresh berries

Accompaniments

strawberry jam, whipped cream

The Story Behind Pannukakku

Pannukakku is Finland's answer to the Dutch baby pancake, baked in the oven rather than fried on a stove. Its pairing with Thursday pea soup (hernekeitto) is one of the most beloved food rituals in Finnish culture, observed in homes, schools, and military canteens alike.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed thursday dessert (after pea soup) or breakfast 📜 Origins: 19th century

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