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Japanese Pancakes Recipe (At Home – NYC Style)

Want to recreate japanese pancakes nyc at home? Here’s a full soufflépancakes recipe inspired by NYC favorites like Flipper’s NYC and CafeLuluc.
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggs separated
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp melted butter
  • Butter or oil for cooking
  • Optional toppings: maple syrup fresh berries, whipped cream, sliced bananas, matcha powder, honey, taiyaki ice cream nyc

Method
 

  1. Separate eggs into yolks and whites.
  2. Beat yolks with milk, vanilla, and melted butter until smooth.
  3. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold into yolk mixture until smooth.
  4. Whip egg whites with sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold egg whites into yolk mixture to preserve airiness.
  6. Heat a non-stick pan on low heat, add butter or oil.
  7. Spoon batter into small rounds, cover, and cook 3–5 minutes per side until golden.
  8. Serve with toppings like maple syrup, fruits, whipped cream, or taiyaki ice cream nyc.

Notes

Tips & Variations:
  • Add 1 tsp cornstarch for extra fluffiness.
  • Matcha powder for green tea flavor.
  • Stack 2–3 pancakes for authentic Flipper’s pancakes nyc style.
  • Banana and honey for a healthier variation.