Vegan Obanyaki (Japanese Imagawayaki)

Experience the delightful flavors of street-style Japanese treats with this Vegan Obanyaki (Japanese Imagawayaki) recipe! These fluffy, golden pancake-style desserts are stuffed with a sweet and creamy red bean paste (anko) and crafted using entirely plant-based ingredients. The batter combines simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, almond milk, and vegan margarine for a soft, pillowy texture that perfectly encases the rich filling. Whether cooked in a traditional obanyaki pan or a regular non-stick skillet, these sweet treats are easy to prepare and deliver an authentic taste of Japan in under 45 minutes. Perfect as a snack, dessert, or cozy tea-time indulgence, these dairy-free and egg-free obanyaki are a must-try Japanese vegan dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 50 grams sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 250 milliliters unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons vegan margarine, melted
• 250 grams sweetened red bean paste (anko)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

In another bowl, mix the almond milk, vanilla extract, and melted vegan margarine until well combined.

Step 3

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined to form a smooth batter. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 4

Preheat a non-stick frying pan or a special obanyaki pan over medium heat. Lightly oil the pan with a small amount of vegetable oil.

Step 5

Pour a heaping tablespoon of batter into the pan to form a circle. Repeat to fill the pan, ensuring there's enough space between each circle.

Step 6

Add a tablespoon of red bean paste into the center of each batter circle.

Step 7

Cover the red bean paste with another tablespoon of batter, ensuring it's completely sealed.

Step 8

Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the edges start to set and bubbles form on the surface.

Step 9

Gently flip the obanyaki using a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until both sides are golden brown and the batter is fully cooked.

Step 10

Remove from the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter and red bean paste.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your delicious vegan obanyaki!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(829.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2112.8

Total Fat 54.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1841.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 366.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 145.9g
Protein 34.2g	0%

Vitamin D 92.8IU	0%
Calcium 549.3mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 1314.6mg	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: 23.4%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 70.1%