Exquisite Dorayaki with Rare Ingredients

1.In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and matcha powder until well combined.

2.In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add the milk and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.

3.Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until you have a smooth batter. Let it rest for 30 minutes.

4.Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.

5.Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet, forming a round pancake about 4 inches in diameter. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining batter, stacking the pancakes on a plate as you go.

6.Once all pancakes are cooked, take one pancake and spread a generous amount of red bean paste on top. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds and yuzu zest, then drizzle with honey.

7.Top with another pancake to create a sandwich. Repeat for the remaining pancakes.

8.To finish, delicately place a small piece of edible gold leaf on top of each dorayaki for an exquisite touch.