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Ultra-Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes

Light, airy, and jiggly Japanese-style soufflé pancakes with a soft, pillowy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 plates
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Pancake Batter
  • 2 eggs separated
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 0.25 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 0.25 tsp cream of tartar or lemon juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Nonstick skillet with lid
  • Spatula
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Separate egg whites and yolks into two bowls.
  2. Whisk yolks with milk and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Sift in flour and baking powder; mix gently.
  4. Whip egg whites with cream of tartar and sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Fold meringue gently into batter in stages.
  6. Cook batter on low heat in covered pan until risen and golden, flipping once.

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture and jiggle.