Description
Japanese pancakes, also known as soufflé pancakes, are a fluffy breakfast wonder that will elevate your brunch game. Light and airy, these pancakes offer a delightful combination of buttery flavor and sweetness, making them perfect for a special treat. Stack them high and top with maple syrup, fresh fruits, or whipped cream for a picture-perfect presentation that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs (separated)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk egg yolks with milk and vanilla. Mix with dry ingredients until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the batter.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over low heat and grease lightly. Pour in batter (about half a cup per pancake) and cover with a lid to trap steam.
- Cook for about 3-4 minutes until bubbles form; flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve stacked high with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg