Dorayaki is a traditional Japanese dessert that’s made with two pancakes sandwiched with a sweet filling, often azuki red beans, custard, or chestnut cream. The pancakes are soft and fluffy and go perfectly with the filling. A cup of Japanese green tea is a great addition to this delicious dessert. To learn how to make it, keep reading.
Ingredients
- 2-3 eggs, depending on the size
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 3 tablespoons water or milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- vegetable oil
- 3/4 pound sweet azuki bean paste
Instructions
- Whisk the eggs and sugar together in a bowl.
- Dissolve baking soda in water (or milk), then add to the egg mixture.
- Gradually add flour and mix until you form a smooth batter.
- Heat a skillet and oil it lightly with vegetable oil.
- Make small pancakes, no bigger than 3-4 inches in diameter.
- When bubbles appear on the surface, turn the pancakes over to bake the other side.
- When the pancakes are cool, spread azuki bean paste on half of them, then use the other halves to make sandwiches.
- Enjoy with your favorite tea!