Anko Manju

Steamed, light cakes filled with sweet bean paste.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup cake flour
• 1⁄3 cup sugar
• 2  tablespoons water
• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 (8 ounce) can  sweet bean paste (or homemade anko)

Directions

1. Form 1-2 tablespoons of bean paste into balls.
2. Mix together water, sugar, and baking powder
3. Sift and slowly stir flour into the mixture (removing all lumps).
4. Knead the dough on a floured board until it
5. has the consistency and softness of an earlobe.
6. Divide the dough into 12 pieces.
7. Wrap the dough completely around each ball and place in a cloth lined steamer.
8. Lightly spray water over the manju for a smoother finish.
9. Steam over high heat for about 10 minutes.