Japanese Soufflé Pancakes with a Breakfast Ideas Twist
Fluffy, jiggly, and just plain fun—these Japanese soufflé pancakes are what brunch dreams are made of. If you've ever wondered how clouds would taste if they were edible and had a hint of vanilla, well, this might be it.
We first tried these pancakes on a sleepy Sunday, and they completely turned our morning around. They’re tall, bouncy, and sweet without being over the top. Making them isn’t hard, but they do ask for a little patience. And honestly? That wobble at the end makes it all worth it.
Whether you’re experimenting with Japanese recipe ideas or just want to upgrade your usual stack of protein pancakes, these are a hit. They fall right between dessert and breakfast, so I won’t judge if you sneak one in for dinner. Who says Japanese food recipes can’t jiggle their way into your heart—and your dinner table?
Servings: 3 pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cake flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Vegetable oil, for greasing
- 1 tablespoon water (for steaming)
- Powdered sugar, whipped cream, and fruit, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Sift in the cake flour and baking powder, and whisk until just combined.
- In a separate clean bowl, whip the egg whites until foamy.
- Gradually add sugar to the egg whites, whipping to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold the meringue into the yolk mixture in three parts, being careful not to deflate it.
- Preheat a nonstick pan over the lowest heat and lightly grease with oil.
- Using a spoon or piping bag, mound the batter into three tall pancakes on the pan.
- Add a tablespoon of water to the pan and cover with a lid to steam. Cook for 5–6 minutes.
- Remove the lid, carefully flip the pancakes, add another tablespoon of water, cover again, and cook for another 5–6 minutes.
- Once golden and cooked through, serve with powdered sugar, whipped cream, and fruit.