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Japanese Soufflé Pancakes

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Japanese Soufflé Pancakes are ultra-tall, fluffy pancakes with a light, airy texture achieved by whisking egg whites to stiff peaks and gently steaming. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, they offer a cozy, indulgent experience.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: About 10 pancakes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop and steaming
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

4 eggs, separated

¼ cup granulated sugar

½ cup cake flour (or all-purpose flour)

½ tsp baking powder

Pinch of salt

3 tbsp whole milk (or other milk)

½ tsp vanilla extract

4 tbsp water (for steaming)

Butter, for cooking

Instructions

  1. Whisk egg yolks with milk and vanilla extract.
  2. Mix in flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. Whisk egg whites until frothy, then gradually add sugar and continue whisking until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold egg whites into the yolk mixture until combined.
  5. Heat a skillet over low heat and melt butter.
  6. Scoop batter onto skillet to form tall pancakes.
  7. Add water around pancakes and cover skillet to steam for a few minutes.
  8. Carefully flip pancakes, add more water, cover again, and cook until golden and set inside.

Notes

  • Add matcha powder for green tea flavor variation.
  • Top with berries, whipped cream, maple syrup, kuromitsu, chocolate sauce, or jam.
  • Use multiple pans or electric griddle with lid to cook larger batches.
  • Always cook with lid on to trap steam and help pancakes rise.
  • Nonstick pans are recommended for best release and cleanup.

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Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/japanese-souffle-pancakes/