Eierkuchen (German Egg Cakes)

By CheeseDiva

Ingredients

• 1/2 c all-purpose flour
• 3/4 t baking powder
• 1/4 t baking soda
• 1/2 c buttermilk
• 6 large eggs, separated
• 1 t vanilla
• 1/2 t cream of tartar
• 1 T sugar
• Melted butter or margarine
• 1 About 1c sweetened whipped cream, sour cream, or equal parts of both, folded together
• Powdered sugar (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Add buttermilk, egg yolks, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth. In a large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy; gradually beat in sugar until whites form stiff, moist peaks. Carefully fold whites into yolk mixture.
2
Heat an electric griddle to 350*, or place a griddle over medium heat. When griddle is hot, brush lightly with butter. For each pancake, spoon about 1/2c batter onto griddle. Turn cake over when bottom becomes golden brown, cooking until golden on second side and edges feel dry, 7 to 8 minutes total. Serve at once. Offer whipped cream and powdered sugar to add to each portion.