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Cookie Butter Taiyaki

Cookie Butter Taiyaki: A Sweet Twist on a Japanese Classic

Cookie Butter Taiyaki is a delightful twist on a Japanese classic, featuring creamy cookie butter filling in a crispy, fish-shaped dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Can replace with more flour if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for less refined alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Can swap for baking soda if adjusting acidity.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Optional if there's enough baking powder.
  • 1 pinch Salt Omit for a low-sodium version.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Almond or oat milk for dairy-free option.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for plant-based alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract works for a flavor twist.
For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Cookie Butter Substitute with peanut butter or Nutella for variety.

Equipment

  • Taiyaki pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cookie Butter Taiyaki
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a large measuring cup, combine milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until combined.
  4. Preheat the taiyaki pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes, applying oil to prevent sticking.
  5. Fill one side of the pan with batter, add cookie butter in the center, and cover with more batter.
  6. Close the pan and cook for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the taiyaki to a cooling rack, repeat with remaining batter, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy these taiyaki fresh for the best flavor. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate for extra delight.

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