Description
Want to wow your breakfast guests or just treat yourself to something dreamy and delicious? These Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes are the ultimate morning indulgence. With their cloud-like texture, gentle jiggle, and lightly sweet flavor, they’re unlike anything you’ve had before. Perfect for those searching for quick breakfast ideas, brunch showstoppers, or a new easy recipe to master. Whether topped with berries, syrup, or powdered sugar, these pancakes deliver magic in every bite. Light, airy, and irresistibly soft, they’re a true comfort food that looks as good as it tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar (divided)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar or a few drops of lemon juice
- Neutral oil or butter, for greasing
Instructions
- Separate the eggs into yolks and whites.
- In a bowl, whisk egg yolks with milk and vanilla extract.
- Sift in flour and baking powder; mix until smooth.
- In a separate clean bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.
- Add cream of tartar or lemon juice, then gradually add sugar. Beat to stiff, glossy peaks.
- Gently fold the meringue into the yolk batter in 2–3 additions.
- Preheat a non-stick pan over low heat and lightly grease.
- Spoon batter into tall mounds or molds.
- Cover and cook for 4–5 minutes.
- Gently flip, cover again, and cook for another 4–5 minutes.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.