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Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes with Vanilla Bean Cream

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These fluffy Japanese soufflé pancakes are light, airy, and paired with a silky vanilla bean cream, making breakfast feel like a special indulgence. The recipe uses simple ingredients and a delicate folding technique to create cloud-like pancakes with a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs, separated
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for batter)
  • 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • Butter, for cooking
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for egg whites)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Separate the eggs carefully, placing yolks in one bowl and whites in another. Ensure no yolk gets into the whites. (5 minutes)
  2. Sift the all-purpose flour and baking powder into a bowl and set aside. (3 minutes)
  3. To the egg yolks, add 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1/4 cup milk. Whisk until well combined. Gently fold in the sifted flour and baking powder until smooth but not overmixed. (5 minutes)
  4. Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add 2 tablespoons sugar and continue whipping until stiff, glossy peaks form. (7-10 minutes)
  5. Gently fold one-third of the whipped egg whites into the batter to lighten it. Then fold in the remaining whites in two additions, using a spatula with a light hand to keep air in. (5 minutes)
  6. Melt a small pat of butter in a non-stick pan over low heat. The pan should be warm but not hot. (2 minutes)
  7. Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, gently spoon the batter into the pan, making 3-4 pancakes per batch. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 4-5 minutes until bottoms are golden and tops start to set. Carefully flip and cook the other side covered for another 3-4 minutes until pancakes are puffed and jiggle slightly. (10 minutes per batch)
  8. While pancakes cook, whip the heavy cream with the scraped vanilla bean seeds until soft peaks form. Keep chilled until serving. (5-7 minutes)
  9. Stack pancakes on plates, dollop generously with vanilla bean cream, and dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve with fresh berries or maple syrup if preferred. (2 minutes)

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better whipping. Be gentle folding the egg whites to keep the batter airy. Cook pancakes low and slow with a lid to create steam for puffiness. Avoid over-whipping egg whites to prevent dryness. Vanilla bean adds superior flavor over extract. Leftovers store well in fridge for 2 days; reheat gently in pan with lid to preserve fluffiness.

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