“Halmae taste,†which means a taste that enjoys traditional flavors such as black sesame, mugwort, and soybean paste, is popping up. In particular, soybean paste, which is known as the origin of the taste of halmae, has a subtle sweetness and aroma, and is used in various desserts. From waffles that make the most of the flavor of Injeolmi, to pavlova that melts crispy in your mouth, to grilled Injeolmi and enjoy it by dipping it in a variety of sauces! Here are 5 of the best Injeolmi dessert restaurants that boast an addictive flavor.
1. Waffles made with soy sauce, 'concave' in Bongcheon-dong, Seoul
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As soon as you open the door, you'll be greeted by the smell of a sweet dessert called “Gobble. The signature menu, “Congolese waffles,†is freshly baked waffles topped with vanilla ice cream and fresh cream, then finished by sprinkling soy sauce. The waffles are crispy on the outside and have a moist texture on the inside, and the savory sweetness blends into a strangely addictive effect. A variety of dessert menus such as cakes and cookies are also available.
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â–²Location: 32 Janggunbong 1-gil, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
▲Business hours: 12:00 — 21:00 every day
â–²Price: Congo waffle 11,900 won, ice cream matcha cheesecake 6,500 won
â–²Testimonial (Shikshin Wong Cheese Roll): The waffles are really thick, but they stay crispy until you eat them all, so they are so delicious. Kongomul, which is generously sprinkled with soybean flour, and seasonal waffles made with seasonal fruits are also delicious.
2. “Goshen†in Cheongdam-dong, Seoul
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“Goshen†has maintained its place in Cheongdam Café Street for about 50 years since 1972. The signature menu is “Injeolmi Mountain,†which is made by sprinkling plenty of soybean powder on top of hot melted Injeolmi and topped with a dollop of vanilla ice cream. The cold ice cream melts pleasantly over the chewy stretch of Injeolmi. “Banban Mountain,†where you can enjoy black sesame seeds and soybean powder at the same time, is also a popular menu.
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â–²Location: 18 Seolleung-ro 158-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
▲Opening hours: 11:30 — 05:00 every day, 7 days a week
â–²Price: Injeolmi Mountain 20,000 won, Banban Mountain 21,000 won
â–²Testimonial (Shikigin Kaka Kaka Kaka Kaka Kaka): I take turns eating other foods, but I definitely order Injeolmi Mountain. If you wrap the stretchy indjeolmi in a cool ice cream and eat it, it will fill your mouth with a sense of sweetness while feeling cool!
3. 'Something About Coffee' in Yeoksam-dong, Seoul, where chewy mochi adds to the fun of chewing
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“Something About Coffee†was newly opened near Sinnonhyeon Station in April of this year. The colorful sweets placed in the center of the store, such as scones, Huinang city, and pound cake, are pleasing to the eye. The signature menu, “Injeolmi Crumble,†is an attractive combination of Injeolmi cream that wraps the tongue tightly and Injeolmi mochi, which is crunchy in the middle. Note that the types of desserts that are prepared change every day.
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â–²Location: 30 Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
▲Business hours: 12:00 — 23:00 every day
â–²Price: Injeolmi crumble 5,500 won, sweet pumpkin cheesecake 8,500 won
â–²Review (Shikigami COLORFY): A place I found while looking for a rooftop cafe on the Gangnam side. It's a total dessert paradise. There are a variety of Injeolmi desserts, such as Injeolmi crumble, Injeolmi cheesecake, and Mugwort Injeolmi Gato, so it's fun to pick and eat!
4. 'Torabi' in Seogyo-dong, Seoul, with a variety of textures blended in one bite
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“Torabi†creates a cozy atmosphere with wooden furniture and cute interior accessories. The signature menu is “Injeolmi Pavlova,†which is made by putting fresh animal cream, ice cream, and soybean flour on top of a thick, baked meringue. If you cut Pavlova from the center to the end like a pizza and eat it in one bite, you can experience the three textures of fluffiness, chewiness, and crunchiness at the same time.
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â–²Location: 24, Wausan-ro 29ba-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
▲Opening hours: 12:00 — 22:30 every day, closed on Tuesdays
â–²Price: Injeolmi Pavlova 9,000 won, fresh fruit Pavlova 9,500 won
â–²Review (Shikigami Verona): Pavlova sold in limited quantities! It contains fresh cream of animal origin, so it has an even more luxurious flavor. I was able to enjoy a happy sugar charge while it was crisp and melting in my mouth.
5. Korean-style dessert with traditional ingredients, 'Sparkling' in Gwanhoon-dong, Seoul
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“Sparkling†presents Korean-style desserts using ingredients such as red persimmons, black sesame seeds, plums, mugwort, and sweet pumpkins. The signature menu, “Grilled Injeolmi,†is made by grilling Injeolmi to a crispy texture and garnished with honey and peanut sauce. Injeolmi, with its steaming seaweed, stands out for its contrasting texture between the crispy outside and the chewy inside. I also like the “Hongshi Smoothie,†which contains the unique sweetness of Hongshi.
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â–²Location: 28-1 Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
▲Business hours: 12:00 — 22:00 every day
â–²Price: Grilled Injeolmi 9,000 won, Hongsi smoothie 8,000 won
â–²Testimonial (Shikigin Melon4342): When I took a bite of grilled Injeolmi, which is puffy on the outside, I liked the savory yet light flavor. The point is that the honey that comes with it has a yuzu scent that enhances the flavor! Drinks made with traditional ingredients are good because they aren't sweet.
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