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Japanese Soufflé Pancakes

Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes That Melt in Your Mouth

These Japanese soufflé pancakes are fluffy and melt-in-your-mouth, making breakfast sublime.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 large Eggs Separate yolks and whites
  • 1/2 cup Milk Can substitute with non-dairy milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Optional
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Fluffed and leveled for accuracy
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Do not omit
  • 1 teaspoon White Vinegar or Lemon Juice Stabilizes egg whites
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Consider using superfine
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral Oil Wipe out excess oil before cooking
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Sweetened Whipped Cream Enhances the pancake experience
  • 1 cup Assorted Berries For added flavor and color
  • 1 tablespoon Powdered Sugar For dusting
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Classic syrup complement

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Separate egg whites from yolks and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. In yolk bowl, whisk milk, vanilla, and lemon zest; sift flour and baking powder, then whisk until smooth.
  3. Add vinegar or lemon juice to egg whites and beat until frothy. Gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form.
  4. Fold one-third of meringue into yolk mixture, then fold in remaining meringue gently.
  5. Preheat skillet over low heat, grease lightly, and scoop batter onto skillet. Cook covered for 7-8 minutes until golden.
  6. Serve immediately with desired toppings while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 90mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; store in an airtight container if needed.

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