Cream Soda Pancakes

Separate the egg, putting the white in a clean bowl and the yolk in your mixing bowl.

Beat the egg white until stiff peaks form, then set aside.

Add the pancake mix, vegetable oil, and cream soda to the bowl with the egg yolk.

Mix with a fork just until the large lumps disappear — don't overbeat or you'll end up with tough pancakes.

Gently fold the beaten egg white into the batter. Add a splash more cream soda if the mixture looks too thick.

Let the batter sit until bubbles appear across the surface and it rises slightly — this is where the magic happens.

Heat a greased griddle or pan over medium heat. Pour batter using a 1/4 cup measure for even pancakes.

Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, then flip. Cook until golden brown on the second side.