1. Separate Eggs:
- Carefully separate the egg yolks from the egg whites. Place the egg whites in a clean, dry bowl.
2. Prepare Batter:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Sift in the flour and baking powder, then add the sugar and a pinch of salt. Mix until you have a smooth batter.
3. Beat Egg Whites:
- Using an electric mixer or a whisk, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. This may take a few minutes.
4. Combine Batter and Egg Whites:
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter in two or three additions. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites; you want to maintain the fluffiness.
5. Cook Pancakes:
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Add a small amount of butter or oil.
- Spoon the batter onto the skillet to form pancakes, making them about 3-4 inches in diameter.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface. Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side.
6. Serve:
- Stack the soufflé pancakes on a plate.
- Serve with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Enjoy your fluffy and delicious soufflé pancakes!
Feel free to customize these pancakes with your favorite flavors. You can add a touch of lemon zest, cinnamon, or even chocolate chips to the batter for extra variety.