Sugar-Free Obanyaki (Japanese Imagawayaki)

Satisfy your cravings for a classic Japanese street-food treat with a healthier twist in this delightful Sugar-Free Obanyaki (Japanese Imagawayaki) recipe. These fluffy, golden pancakes are paired with a luscious, sugar-free red bean paste (anko) filling, making them a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Made from a simple batter of all-purpose flour, stevia, and vanilla extract, these obanyaki are cooked to perfection in an obanyaki pan or skillet, ensuring a crispy exterior with a soft, pillowy inside. With just 20 minutes of prep time and minimal effort, these sugar-free imagawayaki are perfect for a wholesome dessert or snack. Serve them warm to savor their comforting center, and pair them with your favorite sugar-free accompaniments for a truly satisfying treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 180 milliliters Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 teaspoons Stevia powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 250 grams Red bean paste (anko) - sugar-free
• 0 as needed Cooking oil spray

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 2

In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, stevia powder, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until a smooth batter forms. Avoid overmixing to prevent the batter from becoming dense.

Step 4

Heat an obanyaki pan or a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking oil spray.

Step 5

Pour a small amount of batter into each mold of the obanyaki pan or pour about 3 tablespoons of batter for each obanyaki if using a non-stick skillet, forming a circular shape.

Step 6

Allow the batter to cook for about 2 minutes or until the edges begin to set. Place a spoonful of sugar-free red bean paste in the center of each pancake.

Step 7

Cover the filling with more batter, ensuring that the filling is completely sealed inside.

Step 8

Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes, or until both sides are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Remove the obanyaki from the pan and repeat with the remaining batter and filling.

Step 10

Serve warm with your favorite sugar-free accompaniment, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(709.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1241.7

Total Fat 15.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 236.2mg	0%
Sodium 1826.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 10.1g
Protein 46.0g	0%

Vitamin D 135.4IU	0%
Calcium 360.6mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 1583.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 11.2%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 73.8%