Description
Super soft, jiggly, and tall — these fluffy Japanese soufflé pancakes are a brunch dream come true! Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or impressing guests.
Ingredients
For the Pancake Batter:
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
¼ cup all-purpose flour (fluffed, spooned, and leveled)
¼ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon white vinegar (or lemon juice)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Neutral oil (for cooking)
Optional Toppings:
Sweetened whipped cream
Assorted berries
Powdered sugar
Maple syrup
Sweetened Whipped Cream (optional):
½ cup cold heavy cream
1 tablespoon granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Separate eggs – place whites and yolks in separate bowls.
Make yolk batter – To yolks, add milk, vanilla, and lemon zest. Whisk, then sift in flour and baking powder. Mix until smooth.
Make meringue – Add vinegar or lemon juice to egg whites. Beat with a hand mixer until frothy. Gradually add sugar and beat to stiff peaks.
Fold batter – Gently fold ⅓ of the meringue into the yolk mixture, then fold in the rest carefully to avoid deflating.
Prepare pan – Heat a nonstick pan over low heat and lightly oil it. Wipe off excess oil.
Shape pancakes – Using a spoon, scoop, or piping bag, form 2–3 tall mounds of batter in the pan.
Cook covered – Cover and cook for 7–8 minutes, then carefully flip and cook another 5–6 minutes.
Serve – Serve immediately with whipped cream, berries, syrup, or your favorite toppings.
For Whipped Cream:
Whisk cold cream, sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Chill until ready to use.
Notes
Use a piping bag with a Wilton 2A tip for best shape.
Cook pancakes low and slow with a lid for optimal fluffiness.
Pancakes may deflate slightly after cooking, but will stay soft and airy.
Avoid overmixing batter to preserve the meringue’s structure.
Electric stovetops provide consistent heat for better results.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: Japanese
