Kushi-dango (skewered Sweet Dumplings)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1

Kushi-dango - A Traditional Sweet Dumpling from Japan

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

25 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

35-40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

312

Sugar

32g

Fat

0.3g

Kushi-dango is a traditional Japanese sweet dumpling usually served at festive and religious occasions such as the New Year or Cherry Blossom Festival. It is typically made with glutinous rice flour and sugar and best enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee. These small dumplings are skewered on bamboo sticks, making them easier to eat and share with friends and family. Kushi-dango can be customized by varying the amount of sugar or soy sauce used, making it a versatile and delicious dessert.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, combine glutinous-rice flour and warm water to form a dough.
2.	Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a ball.
3.	In a separate bowl, combine water, sugar, and soy sauce, and mix until the sugar dissolves.
4.	Place the balls of dough on bamboo sticks, and dip them into the sugar and soy sauce mixture.
5.	Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
6.	Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until they become golden brown.
7.	In a small mixing bowl, mix potato starch or cornstarch with water and brush over the dumplings before cooling them.

PROS

Kushi-dango is easy to make, delicious and a popular traditional dessert in Japan.
It can be customized to individual preferences by varying the amount of sugar or soy sauce used.
This dessert is vegan and gluten-free, making it an ideal choice for those who have to avoid gluten and animal products.

CONS

Kushi-dango is high in calories and sugar, and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
If using skewers, they may not be suitable for young children, so it should be served with caution.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kushi-dango is not known to have any major health benefits. However, glutinous rice flour is an excellent source of complex carbohydrates and may promote digestive health with its high in fiber content.

	1 cup glutinous-rice flour
	3/4 cup warm water
	3/4 - 1 cup water
	1/2 cup sugar
	2 tablespoons soy sauce
	1 1/2 tablespoons potato starch or 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
	1 1/2 tablespoons water
	bamboo stick