There’s something incredibly comforting about warm, fluffy, slightly caramelized pancakes torn into bite-sized pieces. This traditional dish is soft, rich in flavor, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser—especially for kids! My two-year-old devours it every single time.

What I love most about this dish is its versatility. You can enjoy it with powdered sugar, fruit preserves, applesauce, or even just on its own. Plus, it pairs perfectly with a cozy weekend breakfast or a quick weekday treat. The best part? It’s super easy to make, and you likely already have all the ingredients at home.

If you’re looking for a warm, satisfying dish that feels like a hug in food form, this is it. Serve it with mashed fruit for toddlers, a dollop of Greek yogurt for a healthier option, or simply dust it with powdered sugar for that classic sweet touch.

This recipe is also great for pregnancy and postpartum—packed with protein from eggs, calcium from milk, and slow-releasing carbs to keep energy levels steady. Plus, it’s just really delicious.

Fluffy Torn Pancakes Recipe (Serves 4)

📌 Ingredients:

• 4 eggs
• 2 cups (500 ml) milk
• 1 packet vanilla sugar (2 tsp)
• ¼ cup (60 g) sugar
• 2 pinches of salt
• 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp (30 g) butter
• 1 handful raisins (optional)
• A dash of rum and vanilla extract (optional)
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)

📌 Instructions:

1️⃣ Prepare the Raisins: If using, rinse the raisins and soak them in rum for 15-20 minutes. This enhances their flavor, but you can skip this step if making it for toddlers (I use Rum Extract).

2️⃣ Make the Batter:

• Separate the egg whites from the yolks into two bowls.
• In the yolk bowl, whisk together milk, vanilla sugar, half of the regular sugar, and salt.
• Slowly add flour while whisking until a smooth batter forms.

3️⃣ Whip the Egg Whites:

• Beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
• Gradually add the remaining sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
• Gently fold the egg whites into the batter using a spatula.

4️⃣ Cook the Pancake:

• Heat a pan over medium-low heat and melt the butter.
• Pour the batter in (about 1 inch thick).
• Sprinkle the soaked raisins on top.
• Cook on low heat, covered, for a few minutes until the bottom is golden brown. Keeping it covered helps it cook evenly, while low heat prevents burning.

5️⃣ Tear It Apart:

• Cut the pancake into quarters, then flip each piece to cook the other side.
• Once cooked, use two spatulas to tear it into bite-sized pieces.
• Let the pieces caramelize slightly for an extra rich flavor.

6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy:

• Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
• Pair with applesauce, jam, or fresh fruit for extra flavor.

💡 Tip: If making it for toddlers, you can skip the sugar or replace it with mashed banana for a natural sweetener!