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Fluffy Japanese Pancakes Recipe Easy Homemade Maple Bliss Breakfast

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These fluffy Japanese pancakes are light, airy, and pillowy with a tender crumb, perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch. They feature whipped egg whites folded into a vanilla-scented batter and are best served warm with maple syrup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, separated, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (whole preferred)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened (optional but recommended)
  • Butter, melted (for greasing pan)
  • Maple syrup (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Separate 3 large eggs, placing yolks in one bowl and whites in another. Let eggs sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. Sift together 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1 tsp baking powder in a large bowl.
  3. Add 3 tbsp sugar, 1/2 cup milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 2 tbsp softened cream cheese to the egg yolks. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Gradually fold the flour mixture into the yolk mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form (3-5 minutes).
  6. Fold one-third of the whipped egg whites into the batter to lighten it, then gently fold in the rest, keeping the batter airy.
  7. Warm a non-stick pan over low heat and lightly brush with melted butter.
  8. If using egg rings, grease them and place on the pan. Spoon about 1/4 cup (60ml) batter per pancake into the rings. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 4-5 minutes until bottoms are golden and tops start to set.
  9. Remove lid, gently flip pancakes using a spatula, and cook for another 3-4 minutes covered. If free-forming, spoon thick rounds and follow the same timing.
  10. Serve pancakes warm, stacked, drizzled generously with maple syrup and optional butter or fresh fruit.

Notes

Whip egg whites to soft peaks, not stiff. Fold gently to keep batter airy. Cook pancakes on low heat covered with a lid to trap steam and cook through without burning. Use a heavy-bottomed non-stick pan for even heat. If pancakes brown too fast, lower heat. Egg rings help achieve tall, round shape but are optional.

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