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Hodu-gwaja (Walnut Cakes)

Hodu-gwaja is a molded walnut cake with a lightly crisp exterior, moist interior, and toasty nut aroma.

Prep 25minCook 20min4 servings

hodu-gwajawalnut cakeKorean snackred bean desserthome baking

Ingredients (4 servings)

1
Melt the butter and let it cool. Toast walnuts at 160C for 5 minutes to boost aroma.
2
Sift cake flour and baking powder together.
3
Whisk eggs and sugar until dissolved, then add milk and melted butter.
4
Add dry ingredients, mix until smooth, and rest the batter for 10 minutes.
5
Preheat the mold, fill halfway with batter, add red bean paste and walnut, then cover with more batter.
6
Cook over medium-low heat, turning both sides for 6-8 minutes until golden.

A fully preheated mold gives a crisp exterior.

Fill only about 70% to prevent overflow.

Calories

320

kcal

Protein

Carbs

Fat

Original

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