Easy Dorayaki (Japanese Red Bean Pancake)
Indulge in the delightful world of Easy Dorayaki, a classic Japanese dessert that brings joy to both young and old alike. These fluffy pancakes, filled with sweet red bean paste, are not just a treat; they’re an experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe allows you to whip up a batch in just 20 minutes. Whether enjoyed as a snack or dessert, each bite is a harmonious blend of sweetness and texture, making them irresistible. Dive into this easy-to-follow recipe and create memories with every delicious pancake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 pancakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- 70 g sugar (white granulated)
- 1 ½ tbsp honey
- ⅛ tsp salt (fine sea salt preferred)
- 120 g cake flour (low-protein, substitute with all-purpose)
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cooking oil (neutral flavor)
- 3 tbsp water (room temperature)
- cooking oil (for frying)
- 300 g red bean paste (anko)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Add sugar, honey, and salt; mix well.
- Sift cake flour and baking soda into another bowl. Gradually incorporate this into the egg mixture until just combined.
- Stir in water and cooking oil; let the batter rest for about 10 minutes.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat, greasing lightly with cooking oil. Pour about two tablespoons of batter for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on top. Flip and cook until golden brown.
- Spread red bean paste on one pancake and top with another to assemble your dorayaki.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (70g)
- Calories: 191
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 166mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 53mg