Sweet Korean Hotteok

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Sweet Korean Hotteok.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious journey, grab a mixing bowl and combine all-purpose flour, instant dry yeast, and two teaspoons of white sugar.

2. Step 2

   Next, take a microwave-safe bowl and mix together some milk and water.

3. Step 3

   Heat this mixture in the microwave for about 20 seconds until it’s lukewarm—just the right temperature to wake up the yeast! Pour this warm liquid into your flour mixture and stir it all together with a fork until the dough is nicely combined.

4. Step 4

   Now, it’s time to get your hands a little floury! Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about two minutes.

5. Step 5

   Don’t worry if it feels a bit sticky; that’s perfectly normal.

6. Step 6

   After that, sprinkle in some salt and keep kneading until the dough is smooth and elastic, which should take another couple of minutes.

7. Step 7

   Once you’ve achieved that lovely texture, shape the dough into a ball, place it back on the floured surface, cover it with a damp paper towel, and let it rise for about 10 minutes.

8. Step 8

   This little rest will help it puff up beautifully.

9. Step 9

   While the dough is rising, let’s prepare the sweet filling! In a resealable plastic bag, combine brown sugar, a quarter cup of white sugar, chopped walnuts, ground black sesame seeds, and ground cinnamon.

10. Step 10

    Seal the bag tightly and give it a good shake until everything is evenly mixed.

11. Step 11

    The aroma will be irresistible! Once your dough has risen, roll it out into a cylinder and slice it into 10 equal pieces.

12. Step 12

    Take each piece and form it into a ball, then roll each ball into a 5-inch circle using a rolling pin.

13. Step 13

    Now, here comes the fun part! Place the dough in your palm and spoon about two tablespoons of that delightful filling right into the center.

14. Step 14

    Wrap the dough around the filling, pinching the corners together to seal it up tight.

15. Step 15

    Place each filled ball seam-side down on a floured surface.

16. Step 16

    Gently roll each filled ball into a 5-inch circle again, making sure that all that delicious filling stays tucked inside.

17. Step 17

    Now, let’s get cooking! In a skillet, spread some margarine using a paper towel and heat it over medium heat.

18. Step 18

    Once the margarine is melted and sizzling, carefully place the filled dough balls in the skillet.

19. Step 19

    Cook them until they turn a beautiful golden brown, which should take about 5 to 10 minutes on each side.

20. Step 20

    And there you have it! Your kitchen will be filled with the warm, inviting scent of freshly cooked treats.

21. Step 21

    Enjoy every bite of your homemade delights!.