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Hotteok (Korean Sweet Pancake)

Course Breakfast
Cuisine korean
Keyword Korean dessert, Hotteok, Yakgwa, Dasik, Bungeoppang, Patbingsu, Songpyeon, Baekseolgi, Injeolmi, Croissant Taiyaki, Strawberry Cream Cake
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 220kcal

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup glutinous rice flour2 tbsp sugar (for dough)1/4 tsp salt1 tsp instant yeast1/2 cup warm water2 tbsp vegetable oil (for dough)Filling:1/4 cup brown sugar2 tbsp chopped walnuts or peanuts1/2 tsp cinnamon powder

Instructions

Prepare the dough:Mix all-purpose flour, glutinous rice flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a large bowl.Gradually add warm water and vegetable oil. Knead until a smooth, elastic dough forms.Cover and let it rise for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.Prepare the filling:Mix brown sugar, chopped nuts, and cinnamon in a small bowl.Shape the pancakes:Divide the dough into 4 equal portions.Flatten each portion into a disc, place 1–2 tbsp of filling in the center, and pinch the edges to seal.Gently flatten the filled dough into a thick pancake shape.Cook the pancakes:Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a small amount of oil.Place the pancakes in the pan and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.Press slightly with a spatula to help the filling spread and caramelize.Serve warm:Best enjoyed fresh and warm, straight from the pan.

    Notes

    Many Korean desserts are customizable. You can swap fillings, toppings, or coating powders based on your taste. Some desserts like Patbingsu and Strawberry Cream Cake are served cold, while Hotteok and Bungeoppang are best enjoyed warm.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g