Description
Delight your mornings with these cloud-like Lemon Soufflé Pancakes that are light, fluffy, and bursting with citrus flavor. These Japanese-inspired pancakes are a unique twist on the classic breakfast favorite, perfect for a special weekend treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the pancakes:
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- pinch of salt
- butter or oil, for cooking
For serving (optional):
- powdered sugar
- fresh berries
- whipped cream
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth. Sift in the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix until just combined — do not overmix.
- In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy, then gradually add the sugar. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture in three parts, being careful not to deflate the batter. The mixture should be airy and thick.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over low heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Scoop the batter into the skillet using ¼ cup portions. To make them tall and fluffy, pile the batter high and keep the heat low. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 4–5 minutes until the bottoms are golden and the tops are starting to set.
- Gently flip and cook for another 3–4 minutes, covered, until fully cooked and golden. Remove and repeat with the remaining batter.
- Serve immediately with a dusting of powdered sugar, a dollop of whipped cream, or fresh berries.
Notes
- For best texture, serve right away as these pancakes are most airy fresh off the pan.
- If using a ring mold, lightly grease it and fill halfway to create taller soufflé-style pancakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
