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The Best Strawberry Kropsua For Two

Published: May 31, 2020 · Modified: Jul 4, 2024 by Lisa Keys · This post may contain affiliate links · 9 Comments

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Last Updated on July 4, 2024 by Lisa Keys

Strawberry.

In a world where good news seems scarce let me simply share a sweet recipe guaranteed to brighten your day and put a belly-satisfying smile on your face. This recipe for Strawberry Kropsua is kind of a cross between a pancake, a crepe and a souffle, but reminds me most of a popover.

Kropsua.
looks like a popover
Kropsua.
Kropsua is Finnish for pancake

In the photos above you will notice how the edges of the batter rise high above the pan leaving a center pocket making it perfect for all kinds of luscious fruit filling. Some might fill it with fresh apples and squeeze of lemon juice calling it a Dutch Baby pancake, but in my case I'm filling it with the fruit of the season...fresh strawberries tossed with a sprinkle of sugar and touch of vanilla.

Strawberry kropsua in a cast iron pan with fresh strawberries.
similar to a Dutch Baby pancake

The right kropsua pan

Do I have you salivating now? Before I share the recipe we need to talk about two things. First, the cast iron pan. Please only use cast iron for the best results. The pan is pre-heated in the oven before pouring in the batter. I use 4-inch pans and here is a really important tip. Measure your pans across the bottom and not the top. That is the standard for measuring as with many pans the top is usually wider than the bottom. You are welcome.

4 inch cast iron pan with measuring tape.

Next thing you need to know is that I am sharing this recipe in metric measurements to insure accuracy. Buy a kitchen scale if you don't already have one. Gluten development is the enemy of this recipe, so it's important to add the exact measurement of flour and gently whisk it in. We all measure differently, but we all weigh ingredients the same. Capice? (ca-peesh). Too much flour will yield a dense kropsua and that's just sad.

Strawberry kropsua in a cast iron pan with fresh strawberries.

The Best Strawberry Kropsua For Two

Lisa Keys
Kropsua is the Finnish version of a Dutch Baby Pancake
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Brunch
Cuisine Finnish
Servings 2
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 50 grams all-purpose flour
  • 80 milliliters whole milk
  • 1 egg
  • 15 grams sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla
  • 5 grams butter

For the strawberries:

  • 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
  • Sweetener of choice I like a tablespoon of sugar or maple syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla
  • A squeeze of fresh lemon or orange juice added in is nice and sunny
  • Toss it all together just prior to starting the kropsua

Instructions
 

  • Place the flour in a batter bowl or mixing bowl.
  • In another bowl, whisk the milk, egg, sugar, salt and vanilla until blended. Whisk the egg mixture into the flour mixture until mixture is smooth.
  • Let this mixture rest while oven heats up; this allows the gluten to relax.
  • Place two 4-inch skillets in the oven. Heat the oven to 425F.
  • When the oven comes to temperature, remove skillets from oven and divide butter among them.
  • Place back in the oven for a minute to let bubbling of butter subside.
  • Pour rested batter evenly into hot skillets. Bake for 15 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
  • Dust with powdered sugar and fill with strawberries.
  • For the strawberries: Toss it all together just prior to starting the kropsua

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 231mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 257IUVitamin C: 42mgCalcium: 79mgIron: 2mg
Keyword breakfast, Dutch baby, fresh fruit, holiday ideas, kropsua, lodge cast iron, pancake
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  1. James Matino

    May 31, 2020 at 9:21 am

    5 stars
    Beautiful pictures and looks quite delicious. I like the scientific approach you take as your base to good cooking results, like weighing the ingredients, with the creativity element for the flair, like those fresh strawberries.
    p.s. Nice visit, thanks for the effort.

    Reply
    • Lisa

      May 31, 2020 at 11:17 am

      When it comes to baking accuracy is key. I can't tell you how many horrible cakes I have made over the years because all bakers measure differently and I have come to learn that even measuring cups and spoons are not standard sizes from brand to brand. Glad you like my approach...keeping my brain active

      Reply
  2. Tag Sale Tastes

    May 31, 2020 at 1:56 pm

    5 stars
    That looks so good!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      June 01, 2020 at 9:47 am

      Thank you. It is as good as it looks

      Reply
  3. thegsandwich

    June 01, 2020 at 6:44 pm

    Yum. Now I need a kitchen scale.

    Reply
    • Lisa

      June 01, 2020 at 8:02 pm

      oh yes, one of the best baking tools you can own

      Reply
      • thegsandwich

        June 02, 2020 at 8:51 am

        🙂

  4. Angela@eatlivehappy

    June 04, 2020 at 11:47 pm

    5 stars
    Looks Delicious!!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      June 05, 2020 at 8:36 am

      Such an easy recipe but also a showstopper for your family and guests who have never tried before.

      Reply

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