Air Fryer Hotteok (Sweet Pancakes)
Air Fryer Hotteok (Sweet Pancakes) is made with all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, warm milk; air fry at 350°F for 18 minutes to serve 4. 210 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Mix flour, yeast, sugar, salt, warm milk, and oil until a soft dough forms, then let rest covered for 30 minutes until doubled.
- 2
Combine brown sugar, crushed peanuts, cinnamon, and honey in a small bowl for the filling.
- 3
Divide dough into 8 portions, flatten each into a disc, place a spoonful of filling in the center, and pinch edges tightly to seal.
- 4
Preheat air fryer to 350°F and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
- 5
Place hotteok seam-side down in the basket, spray tops lightly, and air fry for 8–9 minutes per batch, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- 6
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and let cool for 2 minutes before serving.
Tip: Press the hotteok down gently with a spatula before air frying to flatten them slightly — this mimics the traditional street vendor technique and ensures even crisping.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 18 minutes vs ~29 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🌡️Concentrated heat circulation produces even browning and a crispier crust than a full-size oven.
- 🔥Rapid air circulation delivers oven-quality results in a fraction of the time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Air Fryer Hotteok (Sweet Pancakes) at 350°F for 18 minutes. Press the hotteok down gently with a spatula before air frying to flatten them slightly — this mimics the traditional street vendor technique and ensures even crisping.
You need: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 packet instant yeast, 2 tbsp sugar, ¾ cup warm milk, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, ½ tsp salt, ⅓ cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp crushed peanuts, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tbsp honey, cooking spray, sesame seeds for garnish. This recipe serves 4 with 210 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Hotteok (Sweet Pancakes) takes 18 minutes total at 350°F. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and let cool for 2 minutes before serving.
This recipe is rated Medium. It serves 4 and takes just 18 minutes at 350°F.
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