Imperial Mooncake (帝王月饼)
The 帝王月饼 (Imperial Mooncake) is a traditional Chinese delicacy that originated from the Imperial Cuisine of the Qing Dynasty. This mooncake is known for its exquisite appearance and rich flavors, making it a popular choice for special occasions and festivals.
Ingredients
- 500g lotus seed paste
- 100g melon seeds
- 200g golden syrup
- 100g peanut oil
- 800g wheat flour
- 8 salted egg yolks
Instructions
- Mix the wheat flour and peanut oil together to form a dough. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Divide the lotus seed paste into 8 equal portions and wrap each portion around a salted egg yolk.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and wrap each portion around a lotus seed paste ball.
- Press each mooncake into a mooncake mold and place them on a baking tray.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 25 minutes until golden brown.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 55 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 5g
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Baking tray Mooncake mold
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the 帝王月饼 as a dessert during traditional Chinese festivals such as the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Tips & tricks
For a glossy finish, brush the mooncakes with a thin layer of egg wash before baking.
Cost
$20