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Truffled Mushroom and Gruyère Dutch Baby

Name: Truffled Mushroom and Gruyère Dutch Baby
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: European-Fusion
Ingredients: 3 large eggs, at room temperature; 180 ml whole milk, lukewarm; 95 g all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper; 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves; 42 g unsalted butter; 250 g cremini mushrooms, sliced; 1 small shallot, finely minced; 100 g Gruyère cheese, shredded; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp truffle oil, for drizzling; Fresh chives, chopped for garnish

Experience a cloud-like savory pancake topped with earthy sautéed mushrooms, nutty Gruyère, and a hint of truffle oil.

4.3(329 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·June 26, 2026

Truffled Mushroom and Gruyère Dutch Baby — European-Fusion Breakfast served and photographed from above

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Difficulty

Medium

Serves

Preparation

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Before you start

How to Make Truffled Mushroom and Gruyère Dutch Baby

Total time: 40 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Preheat and Prepare
Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet into the oven and preheat to 220°C (425°F). In a blender, combine the eggs, milk, flour, salt, pepper, and thyme. Blend for 30 seconds until completely smooth and frothy.
2
Sauté the Mushrooms
While the oven preheats, heat olive oil in a separate small pan over medium heat. Sauté the sliced mushrooms and shallots until golden brown and tender, about 6-8 minutes. Set aside.
3
Butter the Skillet
Once the oven is ready, carefully remove the hot skillet using an oven mitt. Drop the 42g of butter into the pan and swirl until it is melted and bubbling, ensuring the sides are coated.
4
Bake the Dutch Baby
Immediately pour the batter into the center of the buttery skillet. Do not stir. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are wildly puffed and deep golden brown.
5
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven and quickly scatter the shredded Gruyère and sautéed mushrooms over the center. The residual heat will melt the cheese. Drizzle with truffle oil and sprinkle with fresh chives.

Chef's Tips

Use room temperature eggs and lukewarm milk to ensure the pancake achieves maximum height.
Do not open the oven door during the first 15 minutes of baking, or the pancake may deflate.
For extra richness, add a dollop of crème fraîche to the center before serving.