How to make Doramon donuts like in the animated movie?

Anyone who has watched the Doraemon series is probably familiar with the delicious Dorayaki, with a crispy outer layer and a sweet filling—Doraemon's favorite treat. To help you relive a part of your childhood memories, let's explore a simple way to make Doraemon-style dorayaki at home with familiar ingredients from your kitchen, along with some handy tips to creatively twist the recipe and make the treat even more special!

1. Ingredients for Dorayaki (Doraemon’s Favorite Snack)

To make a delicious and authentic Dorayaki, you’ll need the following ingredients:

For the pancake outer layer:

300g all-purpose flour

4 eggs

100ml unsweetened milk

50g sugar

1 packet vanilla powder

5g baking powder (or use chilled eggs for fluffiness if no baking powder)

For the filling:

200g mung beans (soaked overnight and mashed)

50g grated coconut (or coconut powder)

½ tsp salt

½ tsp vanilla (optional)

50ml coconut milk

100g sugar (or adjust to taste)

2. Detailed Steps to Make Dorayaki

2.1 Prepare the Filling:

Soak mung beans for 8 hours, cook with 400ml water until soft, then blend into a smooth paste.

In a pan, cook the mung bean paste with sugar for 10-15 minutes until thick and smooth.

2.2 Prepare the Pancake Outer Layer:

Sift flour and baking powder together.

Beat egg yolks, milk, and vanilla together.

Gradually add sifted flour and mix well.

Whisk egg whites with sugar until soft peaks form.

Gently fold the egg white mixture into the yolk mixture without deflating the batter.

2.3 Cook the Pancakes:

Heat a non-stick pan with a bit of oil or butter.

Pour a spoonful of batter into the pan to form small round shapes.

Cook for 1-2 minutes, flip, and cook the other side until golden brown.

2.4 Assemble the Dorayaki:

Take one pancake, add a spoonful of the mung bean filling, and top with another pancake.

3. Tips for Perfect Dorayaki

Adjust sweetness: Use liquid sugar for a natural sweetness and better health.

Crispy pancakes: Avoid overmixing the batter to preserve the fluffiness and texture.

Avoid excess oil: Use just enough oil to coat the pan lightly; blot excess oil after frying.