Yaki Manju (Sweet Grilled Buns) 🍡🔥

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Pies and Doughs Japanese Jul 17, 2025 620
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Description

Golden, chewy, and filled with tradition — Yaki Manju are Japanese grilled buns with a sweet red bean paste center, coated in a light miso glaze and charred over an open flame. Originally from Gunma prefecture, these treats blend savory and sweet in every bite. Perfect for festivals, fasting desserts, or cozy tea moments.

Ingredients

Servings: 4 ×1
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  • 🧈 Neutral oil for brushing

Preparation

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Total Time

🕒 Prep: 20 min

⏲️ Rise: 60 min

🔥 Cook: 10 min

⏳ Total: 1h 30 min

Nutritional Value

🔋 Calories: 190 kcal

💪 Protein: 4 g

🧈 Fat: 2 g

🍞 Carbohydrates: 38 g

🧂 Sodium: 300 mg
🔥 190 kcal 💪 4 g protein 🍞 38 g carbs 🧈 2 g fat
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Advice

For extra smokiness, use a charcoal grill instead of a pan — just don’t skip the miso glaze!

Status

Chewy, sweet, slightly smoky 🍡🔥 Yaki Manju are festival buns that melt in your mouth! #GrannyZen #YakiManju #JapaneseSnacks #AnkoLove

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