For a richer flavor, use browned butter in place of regular softened butter. If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it becomes manageable. You can use other fillings, such as white bean paste or chocolate, for a creative twist. Store cooled manju in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Manju (Japanese Sweet Bean Paste Cookies)
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PREP TIME45 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING50 People
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VIEWS12
Delicate, melt-in-your-mouth Manju cookies, enfolding a luscious heart of sweet red bean paste. This recipe simplifies the process by using readily available canned koshi an, allowing you to enjoy this traditional treat with ease.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate23 g
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Cholesterol25 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium114 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat4 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (Prep time: 5 minutes). Grease two baking sheets or line with parchment paper.
02
Step
5 mins
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy. (Mixing time: 3-5 minutes). Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until well combined.
03
Step
2 mins
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. (Prep time: 2 minutes). Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a smooth dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
04
Step
25 mins
Lightly flour your hands. Take a small portion of dough (about the size of a walnut) and flatten it into a 4-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. Ensure the center is slightly thicker than the edges. (Prep time: 20-25 minutes).
05
Step
2 mins
Place about 1 1/2 teaspoons of koshi an in the center of each dough circle. Gently gather the edges of the dough together and pinch to seal completely, encasing the filling. Place the formed manju, pinched-side down, on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
06
Step
18 mins
Brush the tops of the manju with evaporated milk to promote browning. (Prep time: 2 minutes).
07
StepBake in the preheated oven until the tops are lightly golden brown. (Bake time: 15-18 minutes). Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Dusty Roob
Jun 26, 2025Great recipe! A tip from my side: you can adjust the sweetness according to your preferences.
Keara Gutkowski
Jun 17, 2025I tried it with Nutella filling, and it was a huge hit! Thanks for the inspiration.
Lenore Jacobs
Jun 12, 2025The recipe was clear and straightforward. My family loved them!
Dudley Adams
May 28, 2025These were surprisingly easy to make and tasted just like the ones I get at the Japanese bakery!