Recipe：Matcha Red Bean Mille Crêpe 

 

Matcha Red Bean Mille Crêpe

The “Matcha Azuki Aya Mille Crêpe” is a refined dessert that layers the deep aroma of matcha with the gentle sweetness of azuki beans.

Each thin matcha crêpe is carefully stacked with a light cream that enhances the natural flavor of the azuki, creating delicate layers reminiscent of woven silk. With every bite, the slight bitterness of matcha harmonizes with the smooth sweetness of the beans, offering a moist texture and an elegant finish. It is a luxurious treat that beautifully blends traditional Japanese ingredients with the softness of a classic mille crêpe.

At Maruei, we offer a wide selection of Japanese teas, including matcha, sencha, gyokuro, kabusecha, karigane, and hojicha.
Each tea is carefully chosen for its unique aroma, flavor, and character, allowing you to enjoy the richness of Japanese tea culture in every cup.

 

1：Ingredients (15 cm Matcha Azuki Mille Crêpe)


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Matcha Crêpe Batter

Cake flour 80g
Matcha powder 8g
Sugar 20g
Eggs (2)
Milk 300ml
Melted butter 20g

Whole Azuki Beans + Cream

Heavy cream 200ml
Sugar 10–15g
Sweet simmered whole azuki beans 120–150g

Finishing

Matcha powder for dusting
Whole azuki beans for garnish

 

2：Tips for Placing Azuki Beans

How to Make Matcha Crêpes

Sift cake flour and matcha powder into a bowl, add sugar, and mix.
In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix with milk.
Gradually add the egg mixture to the flour bowl, stirring until smooth.
Add melted butter, strain the batter, and let it rest in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Lightly oil a pan and cook thin crêpes over low to medium heat (about 15 sheets).

How to Make Whipped Cream

Add sugar to heavy cream and whip over ice water.
Whip until soft peaks form (about 80% whipped).

How to Prepare Sweet Simmered Azuki Beans

Rinse azuki beans and boil briefly without soaking, then discard the water.
Add fresh water and simmer over low heat until tender (about 40–60 minutes).
Once tender, add sugar and simmer gently to absorb sweetness.
Turn off the heat, let cool, and drain before use.

 

3：Tips for Smoothing the Outer Edge
Place the cake on a turntable to smooth evenly.
Hold the scraper vertically and press it gently against the side.
Rotate slowly with consistent pressure from front to back.
If layers are misaligned, gently press to realign.
Finish by smoothing the entire circumference once more.
If the scraper slips due to cream, wipe it clean before continuing.