Dutch Poffertjes with Cinnamon Sugar on the Arteflame

Introduction

Poffertjes are delightful Dutch mini pancakes, fluffy and golden brown, with a light texture that melts in your mouth. Cooking them on the Arteflame grill ensures an evenly cooked, slightly crispy outside while keeping the inside soft and airy. Topped with a dusting of cinnamon sugar, these bite-sized treats are irresistible! The large flat griddle cooktop of the Arteflame allows you to cook multiple batches at once, making this the perfect recipe for gatherings. So, fire up your Arteflame and let’s make some Dutch poffertjes!

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup whole milk
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp melted butter (plus extra for cooking)
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil onto three paper napkins and place them inside the grill.
2. Stack firewood over the soaked napkins.
3. Light the napkins and allow the grill to heat up for about 20 minutes until the cooktop is evenly heated.

Step 2: Make the batter

1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
2. Add the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
3. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 3: Cook the poffertjes

1. Brush melted butter onto the Arteflame griddle cooktop.
2. Using a small spoon or piping bag, drop small dollops of batter onto the cooktop.
3. Cook for about 2 minutes until bubbles form, then flip using a spatula.
4. Cook for another minute until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 4: Make the cinnamon sugar topping

1. In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar and ground cinnamon.
2. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the warm poffertjes.

Step 5: Serve and enjoy

1. Transfer the poffertjes to a serving plate.
2. Add a little more melted butter on top for extra flavor.
3. Enjoy warm and fresh off the grill!

Tips

• Use a piping bag to easily control the batter for evenly sized poffertjes.
• For an even fluffier texture, let the batter rest for 15 minutes before cooking.
• Dust with additional cinnamon sugar just before serving for extra sweetness.

Variations

1. Chocolate Drizzle: Drizzle melted dark or milk chocolate over the poffertjes instead of cinnamon sugar.
2. Caramelized Banana: Grill banana slices on the Arteflame and serve them alongside the poffertjes.
3. Nutty Delight: Sprinkle crushed hazelnuts or almonds on top for added crunch.
4. Berry Explosion: Serve with a mix of fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
5. Maple Butter: Swap cinnamon sugar for warm maple syrup and melted butter.

Conclusion

Poffertjes are a must-try Dutch delicacy, and cooking them on the Arteflame grill makes them even better with a perfect texture and rich buttery flavor. Whether you like them dusted with cinnamon sugar or layered with fresh toppings, these mini pancakes will be a hit at any gathering. Fire up your Arteflame, enjoy the process, and savor every bite!

Best pairings

• Hot coffee or espresso
• Freshly squeezed orange juice
• Whipped cream with a drizzle of honey
• Warm apple cider