Whisk together pancake mix, granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and baking powder in a large bowl. Add milk and 2 egg yolks; whisk just until combined. Set pancake batter aside.
Recipe
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Hy-Vee Test Kitchen
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Description
Japanese-style pancakes, also commonly known as “hottokeki” (hotcakes). Japanese hotcakes are distinguished by their soufflé-like texture which creates a thick yet light and fluffy pancake. TikTok has brought this fun and delicious breakfast mainstream! Try out our recipe that incorporates sprinkles and whipped cream!
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 2
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| ¾ c. Hy-Vee complete pancake & waffle mix | ||
| 2 tbsp. Hy-Vee granulated sugar | ||
| 2 tbsp. Hy-Vee powdered sugar | ||
| ¼ tsp. Hy-Vee baking powder | ||
| ½ c. Hy-Vee whole milk | ||
| 2 Hy-Vee large eggs, separated | ||
| 2 Hy-Vee large egg whites | ||
| ¼ tsp. Hy-Vee vanilla extract | ||
| ½ c. rainbow jimmies, plus additional for garnish | ||
| ½ c. water, divided | ||
| Hy-Vee frozen whipped topping, thawed, for garnish |
Things To Grab
- Whisk
- 2 Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Large nonstick skillet
- 2 (3×2-1/8-inch) metal rings
- Hy-Vee nonstick cooking spray
Directions
Beat 4 egg whites and vanilla in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on high until stiff peaks form (tips stand straight). Fold egg whites into pancake batter just until combined; do not overmix. Fold in 1/2 cup jimmies.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Place 2 (3×2-1/8-inch) metal rings in skillet, with bottoms of rings resting flat in skillet. Spray rings with nonstick spray. Fill each ring with 3/4 cup batter. Pour 1/4 cup water in skillet outside of rings.
Related Content, How-To
How to Make Fluffy Japanese PancakesCover skillet and cook 15 to 18 minutes or until tops spring back. Turn over pancakes in metal rings. Cook, covered, 3 minutes more. Remove pancakes from skillet. Using a narrow metal spatula or table knife, loosen sides of pancakes from rings. Remove pancakes from rings; transfer to a serving plate. Repeat with remaining pancake batter and 1/4 cup water for steaming.
To serve, garnish pancakes with whipped topping, berries, and additional jimmies, if desired.
Nutrition facts
Servings
600 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 20g
- Cholesterol: 205mg
- Sodium: 680mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 92g
- Protein: 16g
Daily Values
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Iron 15%
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Calcium 15%
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Vitamin D 10%
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Potassium 6%