Fluffy Japanese Souffle (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pancake Batter
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2 tablespoons of granulated sugar
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A neutral oil for the pan
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1/4 teaspoon of baking powder
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2 large eggs, split up into yolks and whites
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1/4 cup plain all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon of vanilla, or more if you'd like it stronger
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1 teaspoon lemon zest (if you like it zesty)
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2 tablespoons of milk
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1/2 teaspoon lemon juice or white vinegar, take your pick
→ Optional Toppings
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Powdered sugar for a sweet dusting
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Maple syrup to drizzle on top
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Whipped cream with a bit of sweetness
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Fresh berries, pick your favorites
→ Whipped Cream
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Cold heavy cream, 1/2 cup
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for flavor
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1 tablespoon white sugar
# Instructions:
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Separate those eggs and keep the yolks and whites in separate bowls. Stir milk, vanilla, and optional zest with the yolks first. Toss in baking powder and flour, and whisk until it's as smooth as you can get.
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Pour your vinegar or juice into the egg whites, and beat them slowly at first. Gradually sprinkle in sugar while whipping, then crank it up and keep going until it forms stiff, shiny peaks.
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Take just a little bit of meringue and fold it softly into the yolk mix. Add what’s left a bit at a time, being super careful to not break down your fluffy texture.
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Warm up your pan over very gentle heat, as low as it’ll go. Spread a tiny bit of oil on the surface, wiping most off. Scoop or pipe your batter into thick rounds, put on a lid, and let cook around 8 minutes or so, until the bottoms are lovely and golden.
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Carefully turn those pancakes over and cover them again so they can cook another 5 minutes or until they’re done all the way through.
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Pile them high and dress them up however you like. Go with whipped cream, berries, a sprinkle of powdered sugar, maple syrup—or just go for everything at once!
# Notes:
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Best when eaten immediately while still warm and soft.
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They'll lose height over time, but the texture stays lovely.
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A great choice when you want an extra special morning treat.