Name: Dorayaki
Yield: 4-6
Cuisine: Japan
Ingredients: 3 eggs; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 cup water; 1 teaspoon neutral oil; 1 cup sweet red bean paste (anko)

Where it comes from

The treat is thought to have taken its current round pancake form in the early twentieth century and is sold in bakeries and convenience stores. It is a favorite of children and adults alike.

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Recipe

Make Dorayaki at home

Serves 4-6Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

3 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon neutral oil
1 cup sweet red bean paste (anko)

How it's made

Whisk the eggs, sugar and honey until pale and slightly thick.
Sift in the flour and baking powder and stir gently with the water until smooth. Rest 15 minutes.
Heat a nonstick skillet over low heat and wipe it with a little oil.
Pour small rounds of batter about 3 inches wide and cook until bubbles appear, 2 minutes.
Flip and cook 1 minute more. Stack under a damp towel to keep them soft.
Spread bean paste on one pancake and top with a second.