Why Do They Call It A Dutch Baby?
A Dutch Baby is a type of sweet popover pancake that is said to have originated in Seattle in the early 1900s. The origin of the name “Dutch Baby” is unclear, but some believe it could be a corruption of the German word “Deutsch” or a version of the Pennsylvania Dutch word for German, “Deitsch.” Others speculate that the name is simply a nod to the pancake’s resemblance to a plump, round, Dutch baby doll. Regardless of its origins, Dutch Babies remain a beloved breakfast treat and can be found on menus at diners and restaurants across the country.