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# Fluffy Japanese Pancakes: A Delightful Culinary Journey

Originating from the bustling streets of Japan, fluffy Japanese pancakes have captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide with their jiggly texture, light and airy consistency, and delectable flavors. These pancakes, also known as soufflé pancakes, stand out with their unique cloud-like appearance, achieved through a combination of whipped egg whites and carefully folded ingredients.

Our collection of recipes offers a diverse range of fluffy Japanese pancake variations, each promising a unique taste experience. From the classic recipe that showcases the simplicity and elegance of this dish to creative variations infused with matcha, chocolate, and fruit flavors, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate. Whether you're a seasoned pancake lover or new to the wonders of Japanese cuisine, these recipes will guide you in crafting perfect fluffy pancakes that will elevate your breakfast or brunch spread.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FLUFFY PANCAKES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: flour, baking powder, milk, butter, egg yolks, egg whites, maple syrup

Provided by Frank Tiu

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 4 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups flour, sifted
4 tablespoons baking powder
4 cups milk, warm to the touch
¾ cup butter, melted
3 egg yolks
4 egg whites
maple syrup, to serve

Steps:

  • Whisk together the flour and baking powder in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, add the butter, milk, and egg yolks, stirring to combine.
  • In a third bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
  • Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture and stir with rubber spatula until just combined. Add the beaten egg whites and gently fold to combine.
  • Heat an 8-inch (20cm) nonstick skillet over low heat. Pour 1 ½ cups of pancake batter into the skillet, smooth out the top, then cover with a lid. Cook until golden brown on the bottom and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Transfer the pancake to a plate and repeat, making 3 more pancakes with the remaining batter.
  • Serve with maple syrup.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1102 calories, Carbohydrate 123 grams, Fat 50 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 12 grams

FLUFFY JAPANESE PANCAKES



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These thick pancakes are like little souffles: custardy on the inside and golden and crispy on the outside.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/4 cups milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus more for serving
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 large egg yolk plus 3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Nonstick cooking spray
Maple syrup, for serving

Steps:

  • Whisk together the flour, confectioners' sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together the milk, melted butter, vanilla and egg yolk in a medium bowl until combined.
  • Beat the egg whites and cream of tartar in another large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir the milk mixture into the flour mixture until just combined (it's OK if there are a few lumps). Stir one-third of the beaten egg whites into the flour-milk mixture. Then gently fold in the remaining egg whites until just combined (take care not to overmix).
  • Lightly spray the inside of four 3-inch-wide-by-2 1/2-inch-high ring molds with nonstick cooking spray
  • Coat a large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium-low heat. Put the prepared ring molds in the middle of the skillet and fill each with 1/2 cup of batter (it should fill each ring mold about halfway). Cover the skillet with the lid and cook until the batter rises to the tops of the ring molds and is golden on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Release the bottom of the pancakes with a spatula. Grasp the sides of the ring molds with tongs to stabilize them and then carefully flip. Cover and cook until golden on the other side, about 5 minutes more. Transfer to a plate and remove the mold. Serve with butter and maple syrup. The pancakes should be eaten before they deflate.
  • Lightly spray the ring molds and coat the skillet with nonstick cooking spray and repeat the cooking method with the remaining batter.

FLUFFY JAPANESE SOUFFLé PANCAKES



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These Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes are like eating cottony clouds, but even better with homemade whipped cream and fresh berries!

Provided by Namiko Chen

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large eggs (50 g each w/o shell)
1½ Tbsp whole milk
¼ tsp pure vanilla extract
¼ cup cake flour
½ tsp baking powder
2 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp neutral-flavored oil (vegetable, rice bran, canola, etc.) ((for greasing the pan))
2 Tbsp water ((for steaming))
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1½ Tbsp sugar ((not so sweet, but you can add more if you like))
1 Tbsp confectioners' sugar/powdered sugar
fresh berries ((strawberries, blueberries, etc))
maple syrup

Steps:

  • Gather all the ingredients. You will also need a 12-inch non-stick frying pan (large enough to cook 3 pancakes at the same time) with a lid. It's also nice to have an infrared thermometer gun to check the temperature of the frying pan.
  • Separate the egg whites and egg yolks into two different bowls. Put the bowl with the egg whites in the freezer for 15 minutes. Why do we partially freeze the egg whites? Please read 3 Tips to Make Perfect Meringue (Egg Whites) in this post.
  • In the meantime, add the milk and vanilla to the egg yolks and whisk until thick and frothy.
  • Sift the cake flour and baking powder into the bowl.
  • Whisk to combine thoroughly (do not overmix) and set aside.
  • After 15 minutes, take out the bowl with the egg whites from the freezer. The egg whites should be half frozen. Now, start beating the egg whites with a hand mixer (you can also use a stand mixer or balloon whisk).
  • When the egg whites turn frothy and pale white, gradually add in the sugar (roughly one-third at a time). Continue to whip the egg whites.
  • The egg whites will become glossy and firm. Stop beating when you lift up the hand mixer and the egg whites stand straight up but the tip of the peak curls over onto itself. This is called medium/firm peaks (not stiff peaks yet).
  • Heat a large non-stick frying pan to 300ºF (150ºC) over the lowest heat. Brush with cooking oil and lightly remove any visible oil with a paper towel (otherwise the pancakes will have a spotty pattern). Keep the pan on low heat while you combine the egg whites and egg yolk mixture in the next step.
  • Take one-third of the egg whites and add to the egg yolk mixture. Whisk together (don't worry too much about breaking air bubbles at this point).
  • Next, take half of the remaining egg whites and add to the egg yolk mixture. Using a whisk, gently fold them in without breaking the air bubbles in the egg whites. Why do we use a whisk instead of a silicone spatula? Please read 3 Tips to Make Perfect Meringue (Egg Whites) in this post.
  • Now, transfer the egg yolk mixture back into the remaining egg whites. Carefully fold the two mixtures together without breaking any air bubbles. Make sure to mix the batter very gently until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  • Keep your frying pan heated to 300 ºF (150 ºC) at all times over low heat. Remember, each pancake gets roughly 4 small scoops of batter, and you will be making three pancakes. For the first pancake, place one scoop of batter and make a tall mound in the frying pan, using a small ladle or a serving spoon (that's bigger than a regular spoon-probably 2-3 Tbsp). Next, stack one more scoop of batter onto the first scoop already in the pan. Repeat for the next two pancakes, giving each pancake two scoops of batter.
  • By the time all three pancakes have two scoops, the surface of the batter is slightly dry already. At this point, you can mound one more scoop on top of each pancake, keeping the batter piled up high. In the bowl, you should still have roughly three scoops left (if you have slightly more, that's okay).
  • Set the timer for 6-7 minutes, add 1 Tbsp water in three empty spaces inside the pan, and cover with a lid. The steam from the water keeps the pancakes moist while they cook. Please note: The suggested time is just a guideline; how long you will cook the pancakes is based on the temperature of your frying pan.
  • After 2 minutes have passed, open the lid, and add one final scoop for each pancake (or more scoops if you have more batter). Make sure to stack the batter high, not wide. If the water has evaporated, add a little bit more. Cover with the lid and cook.
  • After 6-7 minutes have passed, lift the pancake VERY GENTLY using an offset spatula. If the pancake is stuck, don't touch it until it firms up a little. If you force it, the pancake will crack in the middle. When the pancake is ready, you can easily move the pancake.
  • Here is another set of images to show the process. Slightly pull the pancake to create an empty space and gently flip it over with a "rolling over" motion.
  • Add more water to the empty spaces in the pan and set the timer for 4-5 minutes to cook the other side on the lowest heat setting.
  • Once they are nicely browned, transfer the pancakes to your serving plates.
  • Place the fresh whipped cream on the pancakes and top with the berries. Dust the pancake with confectioners' sugar and drizzle with maple syrup. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Sodium 122 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 10 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FLUFFY JAPANESE PANCAKES



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Fluffy Japanese pancakes. These impressively tall pancakes are great with maple syrup!

Provided by Kelsey Kirk

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Pancake Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs, separated
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 ¼ cups buttermilk
¼ cup melted butter
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff peaks form.
  • Butter enough 3 1/2-inch ring molds to fill your frying pan. Place molds in the pan over low heat. Cover.
  • Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda in a bowl.
  • Combine buttermilk, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Add the flour mixture and stir until batter is fairly smooth.
  • Fold egg whites into the batter until combined. Small bits of egg whites still showing is ok.
  • Pour about 1/2 cup of batter into each mold and cover the pan. Cook until bubbles start forming at the top, about 5 minutes. Flip pancakes in their molds and cook until set, 3 to 4 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 299.6 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

JAPANESE-STYLE FLUFFY PANCAKES



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The Japanese have perfected this simple, yet exciting fluffy pancake recipe that anyone can make. So delicious, you might eat it without butter or syrup. Enjoy! Serve this right from the griddle or pan.

Provided by Rich B.

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Pancake Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 eggs
¼ cup brown sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
⅔ cup milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Beat eggs and sugar together in a bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
  • Mix flour and baking powder together in a separate bowl. Slowly mix into the sugar-egg mixture; batter will thicken rather quickly. Slowly add milk. Stir in vanilla extract.
  • Heat a lightly oiled griddle over medium-high heat. Drop batter by large spoonfuls onto the griddle and cook until bubbles form and the edges are dry, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on the other side, 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.1 g, Cholesterol 96.3 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 300.3 mg, Sugar 15.7 g

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the batter to mix together more smoothly and evenly.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the pancakes tough.
  • Let the batter rest for a few minutes before cooking. This will allow the gluten in the flour to relax, which will also help to make the pancakes more tender.
  • Cook the pancakes over medium heat. This will help them to cook evenly without burning.
  • Flip the pancakes only once. Flipping them too often can make them tough.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Fluffy Japanese pancakes are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch treat. By following these tips, you can make perfect pancakes every time. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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