Japanese Pancakes
Japanese pancakes, also known as soufflé pancakes, offer a delightful twist on traditional breakfast fare with their incredibly fluffy texture and cloud-like bite. These airy treats are not just visually appealing but also melt in your mouth, making every bite a celebration. Perfect for brunch or impressing guests, serve them with fresh fruits, syrup, or whipped cream for an indulgent experience that transforms any meal into a special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings (4 pancakes) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or plant-based milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Heat a non-stick skillet on low heat and lightly grease it. Pour about half a cup of batter for each pancake. Cover and cook for about 4 minutes until bubbles form on top. Flip carefully and cook for another 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Stack the pancakes high on a plate and serve with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 125mg