Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe I love Japan's food, especially melon pan.It's a sweet bread with a cookie crust.It's soft and sweet, loved by many in Japan and worldwide.

It started in the Meiji period.Now, it's found in bakeries and homes everywhere.Its name might suggest fruit, but it's really about its texture and taste.

Melon pan is a treat you won't want to miss! Table of Contents Toggle What is Melon Pan?Origins and HistoryIngredients and ComponentsThe Unique Texture of Melon PanClassic Melon Pan RecipeIngredients and ComponentsInstructionNutrition Facts (Per Serving)NotesHow to Eat Melon PanWhere to Find Authentic Melon PanFAQsMelon Pan: A Taste of Japan's Sweet Bread DelightDescriptionIngredientsInstructionsNotesNutritionDid you make this recipe? What is Melon Pan? Melon pan is a Japanese pastry that many love.Its name might make you think of melon flavor, but it's actually about its shape.It looks like a melon.

This pastry has a rich history, starting in the late 19th century when Japan began to adopt Western baking.Origins and History The story of melon pan is a mix of cultures.Western bakers brought their ways, and the Japanese made it their own.

This mix created a sweet bread that people love.It was found in bakeries and enjoyed by many, becoming a part of Japanese culture.Ingredients and Components The ingredients of melon pan are what make it special.

It's made with bread dough of flour, sugar, butter, and eggs.The top is a sweet cookie cru

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