Description
Fluffy Japanese soufflé pancakes are a delightful treat that has captured the hearts of breakfast lovers everywhere. Renowned for their cloud-like texture and impressive height, these pancakes offer a soft, airy experience that melts in your mouth. Perfect for brunch gatherings or as a cozy breakfast at home, they can be topped with sweetened whipped cream, fresh fruits, or a drizzle of maple syrup for an indulgent finish. In just 20 minutes, you can create this visually stunning dish that is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon white vinegar or lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Neutral oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients accurately.
- Separate the egg yolks and whites into two bowls. Beat yolks with milk, vanilla, and lemon zest until combined.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and half the sugar; mix with yolk mixture until smooth.
- Whip egg whites in a clean bowl with vinegar until soft peaks form; gradually add remaining sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold one-third of the egg whites into the yolk mixture to lighten it, then fold in the remaining whites carefully.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over low-medium heat and grease lightly with oil. Spoon dollops of batter onto the skillet and cover with a lid.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side before flipping and cooking for another 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 140mg