There's something about extra fluffy pancakes that the world just can't get enough of. Whether it's the bright light in an otherwise dreary morning or the perfect cure-all for a night of partying, pancakes are undoubtedly one of the best things about the waking hours. Originally known as flapjacks, these floppy cakes have basically been an excuse to have dessert for breakfast... until Japanese pancakes stole the stage. Japan is known for many things, but these pancakes have quickly made their way around the world.

Also known as souffle pancakes, these jiggly, extraordinarily fluffy pancakes resemble more of an actual cake than a breakfast food. This is half the fun of eating them, though, since watching them dance on a plate that's making its way toward a hungry diner's mouth is the equivalent to heaven on earth. With that being said, making these pancakes isn't a challenge, but it does require a specific recipe and method. Regardless of weather making them at home or finding them at a local joint is the goal, these pictures will surely have you dreaming of sweet, cloud-like sustenance.

Just Desserts

They're not the type of breakfast that one would eat every day, but they are great for a weekly treat. These pancakes are bold enough to hold any type of flavor and sturdy enough to stand up to the heftiest of toppings, including chocolate drizzles and fresh fruit. A dollop of fresh cream on top will only lead to a tantalizing overrun of flavor - add a drizzle of honey and this will quickly become one of the best breakfasts anyone has ever had.

There are no limits when it comes to what Japanese pancakes are capable of being. For the creative cook, they leave a blank canvas, free to be created and dressed up however one imagines. For example, these brown sugar boba and créme brûlée soufflé pancakes. Their texture doesn't change one bit under the weight of all those toppings and while it's enough to put someone into a sugar coma, the heavenly delight that sits in those takeout boxes is well worth it.

The Fluffier, The Fancier

How about a twist on comforting Earl Grey? While Earl Grey cake has been around for some time, this twist on Japanese pancakes is fairly new. This tower of fragrant cakes is like having a steamy cup of Earl Grey in dessert form and it's truly elegant. Whipped egg whites are the key to keeping these pancakes fluffy and if this photo is any indication, these have been whipped to the extreme.

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Chocolate lovers, rejoice! It's not every day that blueberries and chocolate have the chance to meet atop a cake such as this. A drizzle of chocolate is the perfect topping for this dreamy match, and while it might be over the top decadence, it's a decadence anyone would gladly say "yes!" to.

How About Savory?

Understandably, sweets aren't everyone's cup of tea. In that case, the soufflé pancake Eggs Benedict from Benitsuru was born. Dripping with golden, slightly tangy hollandaise with a perfectly poached egg atop this fluffy tower, it's a Benedict like none other in the world. You know what they say - this higher the pancake tower, the more pleasing the yolk trail.

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Matcha isn't always savory, but it does lend itself to a somewhat earthy, grassy flavor. While this might not sound immediately appetizing, when a little sweetener is added to it, Match is transformed into a subtly sweet, satisfying, and cozy flavor. Eating these pancakes is the food equivalent to shrugging on a favorite oversized sweater that hasn't been worn in years - comforting, wholesome, and happy.

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