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Nutritional Values
300kcal
4gProtein
70gCarbs
1gFat
2gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Yatsuhashi
How to order / say it
Say it
八ツ橋 — [yaht-soo-hah-shee]
Order
I'd like the yatsuhashi, please.
Locally
八ツ橋をお願いします。
Say locally
Kyoto's iconic sweet made from glutinous rice flour, sugar, and cinnamon.
Why try it?
Yatsuhashi embodies the sweetness of Kyoto's traditional confections, perfect as a souvenir or a cultural taste experience. It reflects the region's penchant for crafting delicate and visually enticing sweets.
How it tastes
Soft and chewy with a distinctive cinnamon aroma, yatsuhashi offers a balance of sweetness and spice. When filled, red bean paste adds a creamy contrast to the chewy texture.
Origin & History — first documented: 1680
Originating in the 17th century, yatsuhashi was named after a famous Kyoto musician, reflecting the city's blending of arts and cuisine. It evolved from a simple rice cracker to an iconic representation of Kyoto's confectionery tradition.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g glutinous rice flour
- 🍯 100 g sugar
- 🧂 10 g cinnamon
- 🥕 150 ml water
- 🍯 150 g red bean paste
Method
- 1 Mix glutinous rice flour with water to form a dough.
- 2 Add sugar and knead until smooth.
- 3 Roll dough flat and sprinkle with cinnamon, then cut into pieces.
- 4 Optionally, fill with red bean paste and shape as desired.
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