Why Homemade ‘Dujjonku’ Fails — Expert: Control the Heat
Creatrip Team
a month ago
The ‘Dubai chewy cookie’ craze (두쫀쿠, short for Dubai jjondeuk cookie) has resurfaced in early 2026, with long lines and quick sellouts. Mercedes‑Benz dealer Hansung Motors held a ‘Dujjonku cooking class’ in Yongsan where a professional chef taught how to make the treat at home. Many online recipes exist, but following them exactly can yield tough or hard cookies. The expert said the key is heat control when melting marshmallows used for the cookie coating: melt slowly over low heat and stir until only some lumps remain to avoid hardening when cooled. Using residual pan heat (for example, mixing cocoa powder in the warm pan) helps finish melting without overheating. For kataifi (카다이프면) threads used in some versions, keep the heat low and toast only until light brown and crisp to avoid burning. The chef also recommended a filling-to-shell ratio of about 38g filling to 24g shell, though personal preference may vary. The expert noted that homemade Dujjonku takes about 30 minutes and rarely fails if heat is controlled. A reminder: selling homemade food is regulated under Korea’s food hygiene law and requires licensed facilities, so selling home‑made cookies for money is illegal.
