Description
These Jiggly Japanese Pancakes are the ultimate breakfast showstopper. Fluffy, airy, and thick, they bring café-style magic straight to your kitchen. With a delicate vanilla flavor and a cloud-like texture, they’re perfect for a quick breakfast treat, weekend brunch idea, or a light dessert. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner recipes, healthy snack options, or fun food ideas to impress guests, this easy recipe delivers jiggly satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
2 large eggs (separated)
1 tablespoon milk
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar (or a few drops of lemon juice)
Butter or neutral oil (for greasing)
Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Fresh berries and maple syrup (optional for serving)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Sift in flour and baking powder. Mix until combined.
2. In another clean bowl, beat egg whites. Once frothy, add cream of tartar. Gradually add sugar and whip until stiff peaks form.
3. Gently fold one-third of the whipped egg whites into the yolk mixture to loosen it. Fold in the remaining meringue gently in batches.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet on low heat. Grease the pan and inside of pancake rings. Place rings in skillet and warm with lid on for 1–2 minutes.
5. Spoon batter into rings, filling 3/4 full. Slightly dome the tops and quickly cover the skillet to trap steam.
6. Cook for 4–5 minutes. When the bottom is golden, carefully flip. Cover and cook another 4–5 minutes.
7. Remove from rings gently. Serve warm with powdered sugar, berries, or syrup if desired.
Notes
Always beat egg whites in a clean, grease-free bowl to ensure stiff peaks.
Cook low and slow to keep pancakes from browning too quickly and ensure the center is cooked.
Use pancake rings to achieve that signature height and jiggle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-steaming
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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