Anko Manju

Steamed, light cakes filled with sweet bean paste.

Form 1-2 tablespoons of bean paste into balls.

Mix together water , sugar , and baking powder.

Sift and slowly stir flour into the mixture.

Knead the dough on a floured board until it.

Has the consistency and softness of an earlobe.

Divide the dough into 12 pieces.

Wrap the dough completely around each ball and place in a cloth lined steamer.

Lightly spray water over the manju for a smoother finish.

Steam over high heat for about 10 minutes.

cake flour, sugar, water, baking powder, sweet bean paste