Indulge in the heavenly delight of New York Cheesecake Soufflé Pancakes. These fluffy and airy pancakes are infused with the creamy richness of New York-style cheesecake, creating a decadent breakfast or brunch treat. With their tall and fluffy texture, these pancakes are sure to impress your taste buds and satisfy your cravings.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 10-15 minutes Total Time: Approximately 25-30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 large eggs, separated
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or cooking spray, for greasing
- Maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar, for serving (optional)
Preparation:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
- Add the egg yolks to the cream cheese mixture and mix well to combine.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the cream cheese mixture, stirring until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
- In another clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the cream cheese batter until well combined, taking care not to deflate the mixture.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Grease the surface with butter or cooking spray.
- Spoon about 1/4 cup of the pancake batter onto the skillet, forming a round shape. Repeat to make additional pancakes, leaving enough space between each pancake.
- Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown and the tops start to form bubbles.
- Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until cooked through and fluffy.
- Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and cover them to keep warm. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter.
- Serve the New York Cheesecake Soufflé Pancakes warm, topped with maple syrup, fresh berries, or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.