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Korean Sesame Honey Butter Chestnut Hotteok

Prep 25 min · Cook 12 min · Serves 2 · medium

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Korean Sesame Honey Butter Chestnut Hotteok

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. 1

    In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and granulated sugar. Let bloom for 5 minutes until foamy.

  2. 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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