Cookie Butter Taiyaki Fish-Shaped Waffles
These Cookie Butter Taiyaki are classic Japanese fish-shaped waffles filled with a rich, sweet cookie butter center. The batter yields a crisp exterior and fluffy interior, making them a delightful dessert or snack that combines nostalgic Japanese street food with a modern twist.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 5 tbsp cookie butter
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for greasing pan)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- 2
In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the whole milk, large egg, vanilla extract, and melted unsalted butter.
- 3
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined and no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix.
- 4
Let the batter rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the gluten to relax for a more tender waffle.
- 5
Preheat a taiyaki pan over medium heat. Once hot, lightly grease both sides of the pan with vegetable oil using a pastry brush or paper towel.
- 6
Pour enough batter into one side of the taiyaki pan to fill it about 3/4 full, making sure to cover all details of the fish mold.
- 7
Add 1 heaping tablespoon of cookie butter to the center (the 'belly' of the fish) of each taiyaki mold.
- 8
Spoon a little more batter over the cookie butter to cover the filling completely.
- 9
Close the taiyaki pan and cook over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.
- 10
Carefully open the pan and use a spatula or chopsticks to remove the taiyaki. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- 11
Repeat with the remaining batter and filling, greasing the pan as needed.
- 12
Serve warm for the best texture. Taiyaki can be reheated in an oven or air fryer to restore crispness if needed.
Nutrition Facts
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