A traditional Japanese sweet combining sticky rice with sweet red bean paste. This classic confection is often made for festive occasions and ancestral offerings. Learn the secrets to making perfectly textured ohagi at home!
Japanese Sweets
Shiratama Zenzai: Sweet Red Bean Soup Comfort
A comforting Japanese dessert soup featuring chewy rice dumplings in sweet red bean soup. This warming treat is perfect for cold days and traditional celebrations. Quick and easy using canned sweet beans!
Mitarashi Dango: Sweet Soy Sauce Rice Dumplings
Classic Japanese street food featuring chewy rice dumplings glazed with sweet soy sauce. These pillowy soft dumplings use tofu for extra tenderness. Perfect for an afternoon treat or traditional tea ceremony!
Kashiwa Mochi: Traditional Sweets Wrapped in Oak Leaves
A traditional Japanese sweet wrapped in oak leaves, typically enjoyed during Children’s Day. This microwave version creates soft, chewy mochi filled with sweet bean paste. Perfect for celebrating spring festivals or as a special teatime treat!
Sakura Mochi: Spring’s Most Beautiful Treat
A springtime Japanese sweet featuring pink-tinted coarse rice flour wrapped around sweet bean paste and pickled cherry leaves. This delicate confection captures the essence of cherry blossom season. Perfect for celebrating the arrival of spring!
Anpan: Sweet Red Bean Bun That Tells a Story
A beloved Japanese bakery classic featuring soft bread filled with sweet red bean paste. This homemade version creates perfectly fluffy buns with a golden-brown crust. Perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea!
Cream Pan: Custard-Filled Bun That Will Surprise You
A beloved Japanese bakery favorite featuring soft bread filled with rich vanilla custard cream. This homemade version creates perfectly balanced buns with a light, fluffy texture. Perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon treat!
Kasutera: Japanese Castella Cake – Soft, Fluffy Perfection
A light and fluffy Japanese sponge cake with honey-kissed sweetness. This simplified version creates the classic castella texture with basic ingredients. Perfect for teatime or as a light dessert!
Daifuku: Strawberry-Filled Mochi That Melts in Your Mouth
A beloved Japanese sweet featuring fresh strawberries wrapped in sweet red bean paste and soft mochi. This microwave version makes creating this seasonal treat quick and easy. Perfect for spring celebrations or afternoon tea!
Dorayaki: Red Bean Pancake You’ll Fall in Love With
A classic Japanese confection featuring sweet red bean paste sandwiched between honey-flavored pancakes. This homemade version creates soft, fluffy cakes with the perfect golden color. Perfect for teatime or as a traditional dessert!