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Dreamy Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes

Dreamy Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes for a Perfect Brunch

Dreamy Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes are a delightful cloud of sweetness, perfect for a gourmet brunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Pancake Batter
  • 1 cup cake flour Use cake flour for light texture
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps pancakes rise
  • a pinch salt Enhances flavor
  • 3 large eggs, separated Room temperature for better volume
  • 1/4 cup milk Whole milk enhances richness
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar, divided Sweetens batter and stabilizes egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Optional for stabilizing whipped egg whites
Cooking
  • as needed butter or oil For greasing the skillet
Serving
  • as needed powdered sugar For dusting, optional
  • as needed maple syrup For serving, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • electric mixer
  • non-stick skillet
  • ring molds
  • rubber spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the egg yolks with the milk until smooth, then pour into the dry ingredients.
  3. In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy; add cream of tartar and half the sugar, and whip to stiff peaks.
  4. Fold one-third of the whipped egg whites into the yolk mixture, then gently fold in the remaining whites.
  5. Preheat the skillet on low heat and lightly grease; pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake.
  6. Cover the skillet and cook pancakes for 5-7 minutes, flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
  7. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with syrup or berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to preserve fluffiness.

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