Servings: 8 people
Calories: 800kcal
Cost: $15
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Plastic Wrap
- Baking Sheet
- Moon Cake Mold
- Oven
Ingredients
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- 140 g golden syrup or honey
- 50 g vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon alkaline water
- 400 g lotus paste or red bean paste ready-made from Asian grocery stores
- 8 salted egg yolks optional but recommended
Instructions
- Mix the golden syrup, oil, and alkaline water in a bowl until well combined.
- Gradually add flour and stir until a soft dough forms.
- Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 2 hours at room temperature.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces (about 40g each).
- Divide the filling into 8 portions (about 50g each).
- If using egg yolks, press one into the center of each filling portion and wrap completely.
- Flatten a dough piece, place filling in the center, and carefully wrap the dough around it.
- Dust your moon cake mold with flour, press the filled dough ball into it, then push down firmly to create the pattern.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes.
- Remove, brush with egg wash, then bake for another 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container for 2-3 days before eating (this allows the flavors to develop).
Notes
This recipe is highly regarded for its simplicity and irresistible taste. A dessert that will impress your baking skills!
Nutrition
Calories: 800kcal | Carbohydrates: 107g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 45g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 10mg
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