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Beat the yolks until pale and smooth.
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Beat in the buttermilk and then the baking soda and mix well.
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Sift in the dry ingredients mixing as you add; make sure the batter is smooth.
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Add in the melted butter and mix well.
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Beat the egg whites in another bowl until stiff.
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Fold into the batter until no bits of white are visible.
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Let batter stand about 20 minutes before making pancakes.
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Make sure your griddle is really hot (the old water droplet test).
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Ladle batter onto griddle; turn when bubbles form across the cakes and allow to lightly brown on the second side.
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Serve with warm maple syrup and sweet butter.