Korean Sesame Honey Butter Chestnut Hotteok
Prep 25 min · Cook 12 min · Serves 2 · medium

Crispy pan-fried Korean sweet pastries filled with a luxurious mixture of roasted chestnuts, brown sugar, and fragrant sesame, finished with a honey-butter glaze. A sophisticated dessert that combines nutty depth with caramelized sweetness and authentic Korean street food tradition.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup warm water, approximately 110°F
- 1/2 tsp instant yeast
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar, for dough
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 3/4 cup roasted chestnuts, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, white, toasted
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, divided
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil, for pan-frying
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil, for finishing
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and granulated sugar. Let bloom for 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2
In a larger bowl, mix flour with sea salt. Pour in yeast mixture and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
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