Have you ever thought about Takoyaki shaped Nutella dessert? Takoyaki is a Japanese street food made from fried batter shaped in small round balls with octopus bits in them. Japanese people and other people around the world love this snack but I know not everyone likes octopus. So I decided to make a dessert version with Nutella!
Savoury to Sweets
Takoyaki was invented in the 1930s in the Kansai region of Japan. The Kansai region is famous for street food called Kona-mono (flour-things) such as Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki. Nowadays, Japanese people are experimenting with different fillings of takoyaki and incorporating sweet ingredients.
Why is it called ‘Nutella Dessert Takoyaki’?
“Tako” means octopus but Nutella Dessert Takoyaki is still called Takoyaki even though it does not contain any octopus. It is made out of a different batter but its shape looks just like Takoyaki and is made in the takoyaki pan. Any kind of sweets made in the takoyaki pan are called “Dessert Takoyaki”. It is a trend to use the special takoyaki pan to make not only takoyaki but sweets too because of its cute round shape.
Is the same takoyaki batter used for Nutella Dessert Takoyaki?
No, Takoyaki batter is very thin and watery. That type of batter is only suitable for savoury Takoyaki. The batter to make Nutella Dessert Takoyaki is more like pancake batter. I use Morinaga brand Japanese “Hot Cake” mix
But, I don’t have Takoyaki Pan…
Well, If you really really love Japanese food, I recommend to purchase a Takoyaki Pan
Filling options
The filling options are endless so let your imagination run wild. I choose Nutella because my daughter loves Nutella and, well, who doesn’t like Nutella? Because this is a sweet pancake-like dessert, really anything will go well. My suggestions are custard, peanut butter, chocolate chips, jam, sweet bean paste, and fruit like blueberries. And also you can decorate by topping with drizzled nutella, powdered sugar icing, etc.
Here is my recipe for Nutella dessert Takoyaki and If you liked it, please rate it and leave a comment below. Also, don’t forget to follow me on Youtube, Pinterest, Facebook , Twitter and Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest happenings on Chopstick Chronicles. Don’t forget to use the hashtag #ChopstickChronicles so I can see your wonderful creations!
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Nutella Dessert Takoyaki デザートたこ焼き
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Ingredients
- 1 cup self raising flour
- 1/4 cup caster sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1 egg + milk to make up 1 and 1/2 cups altogether
- 15 g melted butter
- Nutella 1 mini spoon size per pancake pop- about 15 tsp
Instructions
- Spoon 1 tsp of Nutella onto a tray lined with baking paper to make about 15 Nutella balls. Cover the tray with cling wrap and place it in the freezer until it is ready to be used.
- Sift the flour, sugar, and baking powder together into a large bowl.
- Break the egg into a measuring jug and whisk it then add the milk to make 1.5 cups of liquid and mix it together.
- Add it to the dry ingredients and mix together.
- Add the melted butter and combine the ingredients until it makes a smooth batter.
- Heat a Takoyaki maker or a profiterole maker (these are a bit more shallow though) on medium heat and spray a little oil then pour the batter into each hole about 80% full (so a bit below the top).
- Once the outside of each pancake pop is a bit more firm, add about 1 tsp of Nutella in the centre of each.
- Use a kebab stick or skewer to scoop the pancake pops and flip them over.
- Continuously keep spinning them around until they form a round circle and are evenly lightly brown.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
. If you use those, follow the packet instructions.
*2 If you are using fillings that are a little runny, I suggest freezing it in portions of 1 tsp size each beforehand.
This is quite interesting. I do love takoyaki garnished with veggies and this one is awesome. I do love Nutella anyway.
Thank you Van 😀
I’ve never hear of takoyaki before but the concept of a sweet ball with Nutella inside has me drooling over here. And that pan is so cute, I can see how it could be used for many sweet or savory recipes. Thanks for such an interesting recipe and all the background on where it’s from.
The pan is super cute isn’t it? 😀
These look so totally addictive! Such a creative recipe!
Thank you Jenn 😀
i made these using UK measuring cups without realising that you had to use US cups and they still taste nice!
Hi Humairah, I am glad it worked for you. UK, US, Australian and Japanese measuring cups are so confusing for me too.
This is crazy good! love it
Wow thank you 😀 I’m happy you love it
Hi Shiho! Chanced upon your website and these sweets you’re making look so delicious! I don’t have access to such pans, but would really love to make these nutella balls, so can you suggest another way of making this? Like using a regular-sized 12 muffins tin? Is it possible and the modifications? Really appreciate any advice!
Hi Jenny, Thank you for visiting my blog 😀 It is not baked, rather being cooked over the cook top so it is difficult if you don’t have those pan. If you are in UK, you can may b find a poffertjes( dutch round pancake ) pan? They are very similar, just a little bit shallower than the one I use.
Hi Shiho, thanks for the quick reply! Ah, was too excited trying to find an alternative way to cook these, didn’t notice they’re cooked on the stove-top. By the way, do you have any recipes for making Japanese muffins or cupcakes? Or even quickbreads? Thank you!
How many servings does this recipe make?
Hi Rikki 😀 this recipe makes about 15 dessert takoyaki balls 😀
Oh what a wonderful idea! My son will be very impressed with this. Thank you
Thank you Tammy, I am sure your son will love this 😀
These look dangerous and delicious:)
Haha they are delicious and a bit too tempting but definitely worth it
Wow – these look delicious! Definitely on my “must make” list. Love the photos too!!
Thank you Kathryn! These are definitely a must, they’re so yummy!
OMG! Now these are a dessert I can TOTALLY get behind! They look simply incredible – so glad I’ve found your lovely blog. Gotta love FBC.
Thank you Amanda. I am so glad that I am a part of FBC too which connect me with all wonderful food bloggers from all over the world.
I tried these in Japan, but Nutella? that’s heaven in a ball!
Hi Claudia, Thank you. I like Tako(Octopus) version too of course but I like Nutella filling better because I have sweet teeth.
I need these in my life…they’re so cute and omg I just want to gobble them up…my daughter would love these too 🙂
Thank you! My daughter loves them so I’m sure your’s will too! 🙂
These are such a delicious treat! Pancake and NUTELLA, Shiho you are amazing! I mean I could easily be bribed by anyone who will offer me those. I actually I am afraid to try those cuz they can be my next foodie addiction 😉
Hehehe Dalia, we made about 30 of them and my daughter and myself ate them all after we took photos….yeiks.
I can’t tell you how excited I am to see this recipe! My husband and I love takoyaki. When we were visiting Tokyo, we made sure to spare a meal just for takoyaki. Just like your daughter, I’m a Nutella fanatic! These nutella takoyaki are way too awesome! I am drooling over that gooey and warm nutella center. I think I really have to buy a takoyaki maker now!
great idea and love your blog!
Thank you Christina<3
Oh no… what have you done? Not good Shiho, not good… but I mean, they look so good. I want them all!!!
Hehe, Aiping, I put about 15kg in last 2 years. Not good….but I enjoy all of my food creation bahaha.
Pancake pops! This is so creative. It’s going to turn breakfast into a party! I admire how you create new foods from traditional favorites. This blog is such a delight to read. I’m looking forward to seeing what you cook next!
Thank you Christine for such a lovely comment!!
OMG these look TO DIE FOR!!! And your blog it’s absolutely gorgeous!!! I LOVE IT!!!!!! Great blog! Great pics! Great recipes! SO glad I stopped over!!!
Oh Thank you Mila for your kind words and thank you for stopping by
This is an awesome recipe Shihoko! You just gave me an idea of what I’m going to make for the next house party. <3 <3
Thank you Juventia, I am glad that you get some idea from my blog<3 It will be a cloud pleaser.