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Melon pan is a beloved Japanese sweet bread characterized by its distinctive melon-textured crispy cookie shell on top and soft, fluffy bread interior. Despite its name, it contains no melon but is often flavored with melon extract or left plain. This popular breakfast pastry is perfect for a quick morning treat with coffee or tea.
Prep
35 min
Cook
25 min
Total
60 min
Servings
6 srv
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
280 kcal
For 6 serving(s)
Per serving
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt for the cookie dough topping
Cut cold butter into small cubes and mix into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs
Add egg yolk and mix until a dough forms, then refrigerate for 15 minutes
Prepare the bread dough by mixing flour, sugar, salt, instant yeast, and warm milk in a large bowl
Add softened butter and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic
Divide bread dough into 6 equal portions and shape into smooth balls
Divide cookie dough into 6 portions, flatten each, and wrap around bread dough balls
Place on baking sheet, brush with egg wash, score the top with a crosshatch pattern, and bake at 190°C for 20-25 minutes until golden brown
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