Ebleskivers - Danish Pancakes

Dennis' Aunt Ailene introduced us to this fun treat. It is a Danish pancake and requires a special pan and a knitting needle. It is a cross between a dumpling, a doughnut and a fritter. They are fun and easy to make.

4 eggs, separated
1/4 cup melted shortening
1 Tbsp. sugar
2 cups cake flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 cups milk
1/2 tsp. salt

Beat egg yolks. Add sugar. Sift together remaining dry ingredients and add alternately with milk. Add melted shortening, mixing well. In separate bowl beat egg whites until stiff. Fold into batter. Bake
To bake Place pan on medium heat of stove. Heat until the pan is hot. Place about 1/4 tsp. butter in each cup. Fill each cup about 2/3 full of batter. Let bake until edges appear brown and center is bubbly. Carefully turn each ball over in the cup (can use knitting needle or fork) This forms a complete sphere. You may want to turn over more than once to prevent burning and to cook through. Insert toothpick to check doneness in center. Serve sprinkled with powdered sugar and syrup or jam.