Dorayaki

Method

1. 1 Simmer the softened red beans with half a tablespoon of sugar for 40 minutes, then mash them into anko filling.
2. 2 Beat the eggs with the remaining sugar and honey for about 3 minutes until lightly fluffy.
3. 3 Sift the flour and baking powder together, mix well, and let the dough rest for 20 minutes to become smooth.
4. 4 Lightly grease a non-stick pan with oil, then scoop the batter and spread it into even, round pancakes.
5. 5 Fry for 2 minutes on each side over low heat until golden brown like honey.
6. 6 Place the red bean paste filling between two layers of dough, then wrap it tightly to keep the pastry soft and moist.

With an appliance

• Oven 1 hr 56 min

  Replace steps 4 and 5: scoop the batter into round plates on baking paper, bake on the center rack at 190 degrees for 8 minutes, rotating the tray at the 4th minute; let cool slightly, then add the red bean filling as in step 6.