Mooncakes

These delightful Kosher Mooncakes are a perfect blend of sweet and savory, filled with a smooth red bean paste and encased in a tender, golden crust. Perfect for celebrations or a cozy dessert, they offer a unique twist on a traditional favorite.

Mooncakes
90 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour - 100 grams
  • Golden syrup - 50 grams
  • Vegetable oil - 30 grams
  • Baking soda - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Red bean paste - 100 grams
  • Water - 30 ml
  • Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - a pinch

Steps

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the golden syrup, vegetable oil, and water until well combined.
  3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  4. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  6. Divide the red bean paste into 2 equal portions and shape them into balls.
  7. Divide the dough into 2 equal pieces and flatten each piece into a disc.
  8. Place a ball of red bean paste in the center of each disc and carefully wrap the dough around it, sealing it completely.
  9. Roll each filled mooncake into a ball and gently press it into a mooncake mold to shape it.
  10. Place the shaped mooncakes on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  11. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of each mooncake and lightly brush with water.
  12. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  13. Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Carbs: 52 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 90 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.03 L

Health Benefits

  • Provides a good source of energy from carbohydrates.
  • Contains fiber from red beans, which aids digestion.

Tags

ChineseKosherDessert