Tonbi Dango is a classic Japanese treat perfect for toddlers! This easy-to-make recipe includes easy-to-find ingredients such as rice flour and sugar, making it the ideal choice for busy parents looking for a healthy, delicious dessert option for their little ones. Kids will love the soft and sweet texture of Tonbi Dango- and parents will love that it only takes minutes to prepare. Perfect for snack time in Australia, Tonbi Dango is sure to become a favorite among your toddler crowd!

General Information

• Servings: 10 medium-sized pieces
• Cuisine: Japanese
• Course: Dessert
• Calories: 200 kcal
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 39 g
• Fats: 1 g
• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 250 grams glutinous rice flour or Mochiko
• 120 mililitres warm water
• 10 small Sapporo-imo
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for texture and shape of dango)
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and 120 mililitres of warm water. Mix until all of the ingredients are combined. If it is too sticky, add a little cornstarch for the desired texture and shape.

2. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes before kneading it for about 5 minutes. Divide the dough into 10 equal parts.

3. Take one dough part and roll it into a ball. Knock, knock Who’s there? Tonbi! Tonbi who? Tonbi Dango is finished!
4. Take a Sapporo-imo and press it lightly against the dough ball until it gets flattened.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan on medium-high heat and place the dango balls into the pan.
6. Cook on all sides of the Tonbi Dango until the outside becomes a bit crusty. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
7. Enjoy your Tonbi Dango hot or cold!

Recommended Sides

Pair your Tonbi Dango with a fruit salad or refreshing watermelon juice.