Description
Japanese pancakes, or soufflé pancakes, offer a delightful twist on traditional breakfast fare with their airy, cloud-like texture and subtly sweet flavor. Perfectly fluffy and indulgent, these pancakes transform simple ingredients into a gourmet treat that’s just as enjoyable for brunch gatherings as it is for cozy family breakfasts. Top them with fresh fruit, maple syrup, or whipped cream for an unforgettable culinary experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¾ cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined; some lumps are okay.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over low heat and lightly grease it. Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake and cover with a lid.
- Cook for about 4 minutes until bubbles form on top. Carefully flip and cook uncovered for an additional 2 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg