Description
Learn how to make these delightful Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes that are sure to impress your breakfast or dessert guests. These tall, airy pancakes are a popular trend for their unique texture and delicious flavor.
Ingredients
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For the Pancakes:
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar (optional)
- butter for cooking
For Serving:
- powdered sugar for dusting
- fresh berries
- maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together egg yolks, milk, and vanilla. Sift in flour and baking powder, gently whisking until combined.
- Whip the Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until frothy, gradually adding sugar and cream of tartar. Beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Fold the Batter: Gently fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture in three additions, being careful not to deflate the batter.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat a nonstick skillet over low heat, grease with butter, and spoon tall mounds of batter into the skillet. Cook covered for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fluffy.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and serve with berries and maple syrup.
Notes
- Cooking over very low heat and covering with a lid is key to achieving the tall, airy texture.
- You can stack two scoops of batter for each pancake to make them extra tall.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
