Jan 11 2012

Breakfast Bumpy Cake

Posted in Breakfast & Brunch, Family Favorites

Bumpy CakesMy sister occasionally posts on Facebook that she is making “bumpy cakes” for breakfast.  I had no idea what bumpy cakes were, but the image that always popped in my head was a chocolate cake, like this.  I could not fathom why in the world she would be making that for breakfast!  Was it a pregnancy crave?

Finally, when we were visiting her in Colorado this Christmas, she made me her famous bumpy cakes.  They are not chocolate at all (although I think a chocolate version could be made) and they definitely are breakfast-y.  Her description was that they are in between a crepe and a pancake, and develop bumps in the batter when baked.  Yet, I now would add to the description that they are egg-y, and delightful.  To me, they are better to serve than crepes or pancakes because you do not have to stand over the stove/griddle, cooking up a batch for everyone.  Instead, you mix the ingredients and layer into a 9- x 13-inch pan then bake it.  This means all portions are done at the same time and everyone can enjoy a fresh piece together!  Slather on a little butter, drizzle with syrup and sprinkle with powdered sugar.  A breakfast of champions, if you ask me. ;)

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Breakfast Bumpy Cake

Yield: 8-10 servings

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 3/4 cup flour
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
    • Optional toppings:
  • Butter
  • Syrup (maple, chocolate, caramel, etc.)
  • Fruit
  • Powdered Sugar
  • Whipped Cream

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Melt butter in the bottom of a 9- x 13-inch pan in the oven. Mix the rest of the ingredients in a blender, food processor or mixer. Pour into the hot buttered pan and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until high bumps appear and the top is lightly browned.

To serve, cut into individual rectangle servings. Serve immediately with optional toppings.

Recipe Note: This recipe can be cut in half and baked in a smaller pan.

Source: Angie L., sister of Pennies on a Platter

http://penniesonaplatter.com/2012/01/11/breakfast-bumpy-cakes/

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Vickie Smith The Quiet Doll QueenJanuary 11, 2012 - 5:13 AM

These are called Dutch Babies or German pancakes when cooked in a pie pan. I had my first one in a restaurant for my honeymoon. We serve them up every year for Christmas breakfast with all the fancy berry syrups in my stocking, fresh whipped cream, OJ and homemade sausages. You’re right, they can’t be beat!

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AbbyJanuary 11, 2012 - 5:16 AM

Yum! We call these Dutch Babies using slightly different proportions (4 eggs, 1 cup milk, 1 cup flour poured into a hot buttered pan) and no sugar. Our favorite toppings are lemon juice with powdered sugar, and our toddler loves applesauce on top instead. I’ll have to try this version!

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Megan S.January 11, 2012 - 5:59 AM

Those are german pancakes! At least that’s what I call them…but Bumpy Cakes sound more fun

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Heather@ Kids in the SinkJanuary 11, 2012 - 6:06 AM

I’ve never heard of this! But it looks delightful and I like the idea of being able to just put it in the oven rather than having to serve things up individually. That’s always been my major gripe about pancakes. I can’t wait to make this!

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Cookbook QueenJanuary 11, 2012 - 6:32 AM

Is this kinda like a Hootenanny? I’ve never had either, but it looks great!!

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JessJanuary 11, 2012 - 6:34 AM

Way to go, sister! I love this idea! And you’re right Nikki! I think it’s so much better than having to time batches of crepes or pancakes. LOVE IT! xoxo

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TheaJanuary 11, 2012 - 6:56 AM

I’m a total pancake / crepes lover! I’d eat it for every meal if i could. I’m trying this on Saturday and have this suspicion that it’s going to be a total favourite!

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JanelleJanuary 11, 2012 - 7:13 AM

Thanks for a great recipe and perfect timing!

We have tons of eggs (our chickens are finally all laying)
So when I saw this, I got up and made it this morning for breakfast! It was well received by my picky husband and my non-picky kids. We finished the 9×13 pan except for one piece! We skipped the sugar and added honey (as I am on a sugar fast) and on top srizzled maple syrup. I think we will have this again – super easy & very little prep time!!

Thanks!
Blessings!
Janelle

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KateJanuary 11, 2012 - 8:00 AM

Ooooh, these look like the recipe for german pancakes, just a little different delivery. Good dinner idea. I think I am gonna have to use it! Yum!

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BreenahJanuary 11, 2012 - 8:21 AM

I made this on Christmas and it was awesome! I put warmed cinnamon applesauce on mine.

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Alzbeta VolkJanuary 11, 2012 - 8:22 AM

I think we call that a German pancake… I’ve never made one, but they look a lot like what my mom made for us growing up. Anyway, lovely recipe!

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Dani @ Cloud 8½January 11, 2012 - 8:53 AM

This sounds and looks a lot like a Dutch Baby or a German Pancake – delicious!

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Ashley MJanuary 11, 2012 - 3:58 PM

I’m going to make this for breakfast tomorrow. Does it taste super eggy?

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Nikki Reply:
January 11th, 2012 at 6:41 PM

Yes, it is pretty egg-y. (To me, at least.) :)

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Linsy HolyoakJanuary 11, 2012 - 6:42 PM

I love these!!! We grew up eating them and calling them Mountain Eggs. We always loved to watch the mountians “grow”, and of course battle over the biggest one! Thank for reminding me of them. I am making them for my daughter for breakfast tomorrow!

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The BearFoot BakerJanuary 12, 2012 - 4:28 AM

This sounds delicious! I love recipes that allow me to eat with my family. Thanks for sharing this.

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ChristynJanuary 12, 2012 - 10:05 AM

You can also make this in a cast iron skillet and cut it like a pie. LOVE this on weekend mornings.

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Tanya FletcherJanuary 12, 2012 - 11:21 AM

We call them Dutch or German pancakes also. The Frugal Girl (blogger) has a recipe that is slightly different than the one I use (mine is from Joy of Cooking). Hers has sliced apples and cinnamon/sugar baked into the eggs. That is really tasty too. We top ours with strawberry preserves.

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Jessica @Sunny Side UpJanuary 13, 2012 - 11:08 AM

Sounds kind of like a German pancake! Whatever you call it, it looks delicious! Makes me want to throw a brunch. :)

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Nikki Reply:
January 13th, 2012 at 11:25 AM

Apparently I”m the only one who doesn’t know what a German pancake is! :) Pretty sure I have a recipe bookmarked, though, for one somewhere. ha!

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AprilJanuary 13, 2012 - 3:00 PM

The recipe looks very similar for popovers as well as the picture looks like it’s one big popover.

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PatriceJanuary 14, 2012 - 8:42 AM

This is also called Kropsu or Pannukakku, in Finnish. My family is from the UP (hence the Finnish names). I grew up with this on the occasional Sunday, but we never bothered to try anything other than our family’s maple syrup. Kropsu and syrup is *the* perfect combination.

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JenJanuary 14, 2012 - 1:17 PM

I made this for dinner last night with sliced banana, brown sugar, and pecans. I plan on making this again next week with a savory spin. Maybe top with bacon, fried potatoes, and cheese.

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Nikki Reply:
January 15th, 2012 at 5:36 AM

That sounds like a fabulous idea! I’ll have to try your banana/pecan version, too!

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MandyJanuary 14, 2012 - 4:28 PM

We made this one this morning and it was really good! Thanks for the recipe!

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KristineJanuary 21, 2012 - 1:20 PM

This looks so good! I’ve never made anything like this before and can’t wait to try it!

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Katy EJanuary 22, 2012 - 6:48 AM

Do you use self rising or all purpose flour? I just slid mine into the oven and realized that I maybe should have checked before using ap

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Nikki Reply:
January 22nd, 2012 at 7:05 AM

Just AP. If not indicated, always AP for me. :)

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KatelynFebruary 19, 2012 - 10:48 PM

Thanks so much for the great recipe, I made these for 6 this morning and it was just enough (along with bacon of course) and was so much easier than standing over a griddle making pancakes. I served with homemade whipped cream and strawberries and there were rave reviews!

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MandyFebruary 20, 2012 - 7:47 AM

I made these this morning. Sadly I was the only one in our family that thought they were awesome!! I posted a link of the recipe on my blog. Thank you for the recipe!!!

Mandy

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