Chocolate Dorayaki is a delicious twist on the classic Japanese Dorayaki. Instead of the traditional sweet adzuki bean paste, it features a rich chocolate filling nestled between two soft, chocolate-flavored pancakes.

Bursting with chocolatey goodness, it’s easy to make—and even easier if you use store-bought Nutella for the filling. A perfect indulgence for any chocolate lover!

A close-up image of a delicious chocolate dorayaki dessert with a soft, golden pancake exterior and a luscious Nutella filling.

Ingredients

Ingredients for Chocolate Dorayaki
  • Eggs: I used 2 medium-sized eggs in this recipe. If your eggs are different in size, you may need to adjust the amount of water you add to the batter later.
  • All-purpose flour: Remember to sift it along with cocoa powder and baking powder to avoid any lumps.
  • Cocoa powder: This is the main ingredient that provides the chocolate flavor to the batter.
  • Granulated sugar: I always prefer my sweet recipes to have a moderate level of sweetness, so I used just enough sugar to make my dorayaki slightly sweet. Remember, the Nutella filling is already sweetened.
  • Honey: Dorayaki wouldn’t be complete without the sweet flavor of honey or mirin. In this recipe, I opted for honey as it’s easier to find.
  • Baking Powder: The quantity of baking powder is crucial, so don’t forget to check it before using.
  • Vanilla extract: Adds a hint of vanilla flavor to enhance the overall taste.
  • Water: It helps in adjusting the consistency of the batter.
  • Cooking oil: You won’t need a lot of cooking oil if you have a good nonstick pan.

Instructions

Unlike my traditional Dora Cakes, which use the Chiffon method, I made Chocolate Dorayaki with the simpler Muffin method. This makes them easier to prepare, but they might not stay soft as long. That said, they’re so delicious they’re usually eaten up in a day anyway!

  • In a bowl, combine eggs, sugar, vanilla extract and honey. You can whisk them together or use a hand mixer.
  • Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder into the batter. Mix everything until you achieve a smooth and lump-free texture (but don’t over-mix it).
  • Cover the batter and let it rest for 20 minutes.
  • After 20 minutes, add water to the batter and whisk well. Adjust the amount of water to reach the desired consistency. The dorayaki batter should be more liquid than traditional pancakes but thicker than crepes.
Instructions for Chocolate Dorayaki
  • Coat the surface of a pan with cooking oil. Use a paper towel to remove any excess oil. This step is crucial to achieve a uniform and golden color on one side of the pancake.
  • When the stove is hot enough, set your stove to medium-low heat.
  • Pour the batter onto the pan from a height of 4 inch/10 cm, using the same amount of batter for each pancake (about 2 tablespoons for me). It’s important to make all the pancakes the same size.
  • Allow the pancake to cook for 2 minutes until bubbles start appearing. Then, carefully flip it. Cook the other side of the pancake for around 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Remove the pancake from the pan and let it cool down. Cover the cooked pancakes with plastic wrap to keep them moist.
  • Once all the pancakes are cooked, place some Nutella onto the rough side of one pancake. Cover it with another pancake, creating a sandwich-like structure. Press the sides of both pancakes together to stick them.

Tips for uniform Dorayaki

A close-up image of a delicious chocolate dorayaki dessert with a soft, golden pancake exterior and a luscious Nutella filling.

To make evenly sized Dorayaki, it’s important that all your pancakes are the same size.

The easiest way to do this is by using a consistent tool to measure and pour the batter. I suggest using a tablespoon for this. Scoop 2 tablespoons of batter, then pour it from about 4 inch/10 cm above the pan.

This method will help you create perfectly round and uniform Dorayaki pancakes.

Options for Fillings

If you’re craving a chocolate filling but short on time, Nutella is a perfect choice. You can also try chocolate ganache or chocolate pastry cream, both of which are just as delicious!

Storing

A close-up image of a delicious chocolate dorayaki dessert with a soft, golden pancake exterior and a luscious Nutella filling.

To keep your chocolate dorayaki soft, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one or two days. It’s important to wrap them with plastic wrap or foil to prevent them from drying out.

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A close-up image of a delicious chocolate dorayaki dessert with a soft, golden pancake exterior and a luscious Nutella filling.

Chocolate Dorayaki with Nutella filling

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Chocolate Dorayaki is a delicious twist on the traditional Japanese Dorayaki (Dora Cakes). Instead of the usual sweet adzuki bean paste, it boasts a delightful chocolate filling nestled between two Chocolate-flavored pancakes.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Dessert, Sweet treats
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 pairs

Equipment

  • 2 mixing bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Sieve

Ingredients
  

I strongly suggest using a kitchen scale to measure all dry ingredients

  • 2 Eggs (medium size)
  • 100 g All-purpose Flour (½ cup + 2 tbsp)
  • 30 g Cocoa powder (4 tbsp)
  • 70 g Granulated sugar (0.35 cup)
  • 15 g Honey (1 tbsp)
  • 1 tsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 65 ml Water (¼ cup +1 tsp)

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, combine eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and honey. Whisk or use a hand mixer to blend them together.
  • Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder into the batter. Mix until smooth and free of lumps (avoid over-mixing).
  • Cover the batter and let it rest for around 20 minutes.
  • After 20 minutes, add water to the batter and whisk well. Adjust the water amount for desired consistency (more liquid than pancakes but thicker than crepes).
  • Coat the pan's surface with cooking oil, removing excess with a paper towel. This ensures a uniform, golden colored pancakes.
  • Set the stove to medium-low heat once it's hot enough.
  • Pour the batter onto the pan from a 4 inch/10 cm height, using the same amount for each pancake (around 2 tablespoons).
  • Cook the pancake for 2 minutes, then flip it when bubbles appear. Then, cook the other side for approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Remove the pancake from the pan and let it cool. Cover cooked pancakes with plastic wrap to keep them moist.
  • Spread Nutella on one pancake's rough side. Place another pancake on top, creating a sandwich. Press the sides together to stick them.
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Rebeka
Rebeka
6 months ago

5 stars
VERY TASTY!!! Even though it may take some time, they taste like restaurant’s ❤️