Grand Marnier Pancakes
6 Large Eggs separated
2 1/2 Tablespoons Sugar
2 Cups Mascarpone cheese
1/4 Cup Canola oil
1 Cup + 3 Tablespoons All purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon Salt
4 teaspoons Baking Powder
5 Tablespoons Freshly squeezed orange juice
1 Tablespoon Freshly grated orange zest
1 Tablespoon Grand Marnier
1/4 Cup Finely chopped pecans optional
In a large bowl, beat the egg whites to stiff peaks.
In a food processor or blender combine egg yolks, and remaining ingredients except for pecans and egg whites. Blend until smooth.
Transfer to a large bowl and let rest for 30 minutes.
Fold in egg whites and pecans (if using).
Pour a 1/4 cup of batter for each cake on a hot buttered griddle or large fry pan.
I find medium low heat to work best so as not to burn outside of cakes. Cook about 2-3 minutes per side. (Outer edge of pancake should start to firm up a bit before flipping)
You can transfer to a warm oven for a few minutes before serving but they may firm up a bit.
Makes 8