
Fluffy Japanese pancake sandwiches with red bean filling
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8
8 sandwiches
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Fluffy Japanese pancake sandwiches with red bean filling
Two fluffy, honey-scented pancakes sandwiching a generous layer of sweet red bean paste. Dorayaki is a beloved Japanese wagashi confection and the favorite snack of a certain robot cat from the future.
15m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
40m
Total Time
8
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
(Updated )
Dorayaki are the perfect balance of soft, springy pancake and sweet, earthy red bean paste. Their simple elegance and comforting flavor make them one of the most iconic Japanese sweets.
Whisk eggs and sugar until pale and foamy. Add honey and 1 tbsp mirin.
Sift in flour and baking powder. Mix until smooth. Rest batter for 15 minutes.
Heat a nonstick pan over low heat. Pour 2 tablespoons batter into a round. Cook until bubbles appear on top.
Flip and cook for 30 seconds more. Repeat to make 16 pancakes total.
Spread a generous spoonful of red bean paste on one pancake, sandwich with another, and press gently.
Serve over steamed jasmine or sticky rice
Pair with a side of pickled vegetables or kimchi
Add a drizzle of sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream
Non-traditional but delicious modern fillings
Similar sweetness with a different flavor character
Test Kitchen Pick
Soy Sauce
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Cover finished dorayaki with a damp towel to keep the pancakes soft and moist.
Wrap individually in plastic wrap. Store at room temperature for 2 days or freeze for 1 month.
Briefly warm in a microwave for 10 seconds or enjoy at room temperature.
Per serving (45mg) · 8 servings
A light, low-calorie option · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
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