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Fluffy Japanese Souffle Pancakes Easy Recipe for Melt-in-Your-Mouth Texture

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These Japanese souffle pancakes are airy, fluffy, and melt in your mouth with a delicate sweetness. Made with simple ingredients and cooked low and slow, they bring a café-quality treat to your breakfast table.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs, separated (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk or 2% milk (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 4 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or melted unsalted butter
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Separate the eggs carefully into two large bowls, ensuring no yolk gets into the whites. (5 minutes)
  2. Whisk the yolks with 2 tablespoons sugar and vanilla extract until pale and slightly thickened. Mix in milk and vegetable oil or melted butter. (3 minutes)
  3. Sift together flour and baking powder in a separate bowl. (2 minutes)
  4. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the yolk mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing. (2 minutes)
  5. Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites until frothy. Gradually add remaining 2 tablespoons sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form. (5-7 minutes)
  6. Gently fold one-third of the whipped egg whites into the batter to lighten it, then fold in the rest carefully to keep the mixture airy but smooth. (3 minutes)
  7. Heat a non-stick pan over low heat and lightly grease it. If using ring molds, grease them and place on the pan. (3 minutes)
  8. Spoon batter into molds or directly onto the pan, shaping into 3-inch tall rounds. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for about 4-5 minutes on the first side until edges set and bubbles form. (5 minutes)
  9. Carefully flip each pancake and cook an additional 4-5 minutes covered until golden and cooked through. Pancakes should spring back when lightly pressed. (5 minutes)
  10. Remove pancakes from molds if used, stack them, and add your favorite toppings. Serve immediately. (2 minutes)

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for best volume when whipping whites. Cook pancakes on low heat covered to trap steam and avoid burning. Ring molds help maintain height but are optional. For dairy-free, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and butter with coconut oil. Cake flour can be used for a lighter texture. Reheat leftovers gently in a low oven or microwave covered with a damp paper towel.

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