Cloud Like Lemon Soufflé Pancakes
Cloud Like Lemon Soufflé Pancakes are delicate, fluffy pancakes made by folding whipped egg whites into a bright lemon batter. They cook gently on the stovetop and rise into soft, airy rounds with a subtle citrus flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs separated
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1½ tbsp sugar divided
- 1 tsp lemon zest from 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract optional
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar or a pinch of salt
- Butter or oil for the pan
Instructions
- Whisk egg yolks with milk, flour, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla if using, and ½ tbsp sugar until smooth and loose. Add a little milk if needed.
- Beat egg whites with cream of tartar or salt until foamy, then add remaining sugar and beat to soft, glossy peaks.
- Fold one third of the egg whites into the yolk mixture, then gently fold in the rest until airy.
- Cook tall scoops of batter in a lightly greased non stick pan over low heat, covered, for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Flip carefully, cover again, and cook 2 to 3 minutes until puffed and cooked through.