Crafted by famous Japanese pastry chef Yuji Ajiki, FamilyMart’s “Sweet Pan” campaign adds fancy new delicacies to the baked goods section.
Japan’s convenience stores always feature delicious baked goods from melon pans to cream-filled sandwiches and European-style pastries. However, the Sweet Pan series brought to FamilyMart by chef Yuji Ajiki takes things up a notch with carefully crafted delicacies, superb baking practices, and premium dessert ingredients.
Tiramisu Melon Pan
The Tiramisu Melon Pan offers a unique take on the classic Japanese melon pan that you’ll find at any convenience store. Featuring a creamy filling with a potent hazelnut coffee syrup and a crispy exterior made of chocolate dough, it’s an absolute delight for just the measly price of 185 yen!
Grilled Chocolate Croissant
When it comes to crispy exteriors, however, the Grilled Chocolate Croissant takes the top spot! A crunchy shell that maintains a soft interior of rich chocolate paste, it delivers an exceptional texture dynamic while holding itself together pretty well so you won’t make a mess! Again, just a mere 185 yen for this “Sweet Pan.”
Salted Caramel French Bread
Drawing inspiration from the French baguette (at least in appearance), this Salted Caramel French Bread is ultra-soft inside and out. Filled with a smooth whipped cream and salted caramel paste and topped with sprinkles of caramel chocolate pieces, it tastes like a gourmet restaurant dessert dish packed in plastic wrapping. As with all Sweet Pan items, it comes with an equally delicious price of 185 yen!
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