- Shio-pan pull apart rolls (Japanese salt bread)
If you’ve grown up around me, you already know this about my house: my Japanese mom’s top priority the second you stepped through the door was making sure you had food in front of you. No exceptions. And out of everything she baked, this is one of my many favorites — her shio-pan (塩パン), or Japanese salt bread. Except her version isn’t shaped like the crescent rolls that have gone viral this past year. My mom bakes hers in a ramekin, so the butter melts out of the dough while it’s baking and then gets reabsorbed right back into the […]
- Japanese-Style Strawberry Shortcake
This Japanese-style strawberry shortcake is soft, light, and perfectly balanced, with a fluffy sponge cake, fresh strawberries, and lightly sweetened whipped cream. Inspired by my family’s birthday and Christmas traditions, this beginner-friendly recipe walks you through every step so you can recreate a classic Japanese bakery-style cake at home.
- Epi Bread with Shiso Leaf, Bacon & Cheese
Shiso Bacon & Cheese Epi Bread – Crispy, fluffy, and full of savory flavor. This beginner-friendly wheat stalk bread is filled with smoky bacon, fragrant shiso (or basil), and melty cheese. Shape with scissors, proof, and bake. Perfect warm and fresh. A fun, impressive bake that’s surprisingly simple to make at home!
- Japanese Yakiimo (baked Japanese sweet potato) AT HOME
Learn how to make authentic baked Japanese sweet potatoes or “yakiimo” at home with this simple guide! Just wrap sweet potatoes in damp paper towels and aluminum foil, bake them at a low temperature, and let them cool for a creamy, naturally sweet treat—perfect for any season!
- Japanese Purin Cake
Indulge in the delicate, mouthwatering layers of this Japanese Purin Cake, a beloved dessert that combines rich caramel, creamy custard, and a light, fluffy sponge cake. Known for its soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and beautiful presentation, this cake is a favorite not only in Japan but in other countries with similar treats like leche flan. With simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you can create this stunning dessert at home. Follow along to learn how to make a perfect purin cake that will impress everyone at your next gathering!
- Japanese Christmas Strawberry Shortcake Recipe
Japanese strawberry shortcake is the most iconic Christmas cake in Japan, and for good reason. Every Christmas Eve, people line up for hours at bakeries across the country to buy a beautifully decorated strawberry shortcake that can cost anywhere from $20 to over $100. In a country known for affordable, high-quality desserts, this cake is a rare and intentional splurge tied deeply to tradition. This Japanese strawberry shortcake recipe is a classic version made with a light genoise sponge, lightly sweetened whipped cream, and fresh strawberries layered in perfect balance. Ever since I learned how to bake cakes, it has become […]
