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Fluffy Mochi Pancakes – Chewy Texture, 40% Fewer Calories

Japanese-inspired mochi pancakes with an impossibly chewy, jiggly center and cloud-soft edges. This Fat Switch version swaps heavy cream and whole eggs for Greek yogurt and egg whites, cutting 230 calories while keeping that signature bouncy texture intact.

20m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

Servings

348

Calories

22g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 1/2 cup mochiko (mochi flour)
✓ 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
✓ 1 tsp baking powder
✓ 1/4 tsp salt
✓ 2 large eggs + 2 egg whites
✓ 1/4 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
✓ 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
✓ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✓ 1/2 tsp almond extract
✓ 1.5 tbsp raw honey
✓ 2 tbsp plain non-fat Greek yogurt
✓ 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
✓ 1 tbsp powdered sugar (optional)
✓ Pinch of ground cinnamon

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together mochiko flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat 2 whole eggs and 2 egg whites together until light and foamy, about 1 minute. Stir in Greek yogurt, almond milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.

3. Create Batter: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a rubber spatula. Do not overmix—some small lumps are okay. Let batter rest for 5 minutes to hydrate the mochi flour.

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4. Heat Pan Properly: Spray a non-stick skillet or griddle with coconut oil spray and heat over medium-low heat (about 325°F if using a griddle). Low-to-medium heat is crucial for a chewy center.

5. Cook First Side: Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the skillet, spacing them 3 inches apart. Cook for 4–5 minutes without moving them. The bottom should be golden brown but still soft when pressed gently.

6. Flip and Finish: Flip each pancake carefully and cook the second side for 2–3 minutes until golden. Transfer to a plate and keep warm. The inside will be noticeably jiggly—this is correct.

7. Assemble Toppings: Arrange pancakes on serving plates. Drizzle with honey, dollop with Greek yogurt, and scatter fresh strawberries on top.

8. Add Final Touch: Dust lightly with powdered sugar and a pinch of cinnamon if desired. Serve immediately while still warm.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories348 kcal

Protein22g

Carbohydrates48g

Fat7g

🏷️ Tags

#Japanese mochi pancakes low calorie#chewy jiggly pancakes recipe#high protein breakfast pancakes

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