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Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes

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Delightfully airy pancakes that resemble clouds, perfect for elevating your breakfast experience.

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
  • Oil for cooking
  • Sweetened whipped cream
  • Assorted berries
  • Powdered sugar
  • Maple syrup
  • ½ cup heavy cream (cold)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for whipped cream)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla (for whipped cream)

Instructions

  1. Separate the egg whites from the yolks into two bowls.
  2. In the yolk bowl, add milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Whisk until combined.
  3. Gradually mix in flour and baking powder to the yolk mixture until smooth.
  4. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form, adding sugar gradually until stiff peaks form.
  5. Fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture gently in three parts.
  6. Heat a non-stick skillet over low heat, grease lightly, and spoon dollops of batter into the pan. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes.
  7. Serve warm topped with whipped cream, berries, powdered sugar, and maple syrup.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients and a clean bowl for egg whites to achieve best results.

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