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Lotus Mooncakes

Golden patterned pastries with smooth lotus-seed filling.

Prep & cook2 hrDifficultyAdvancedServes6
Lotus Mooncakes

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  • 180g plain flour
  • 120g golden syrup
  • 40g neutral oil
  • ½ teaspoon alkaline water

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Method

  1. 1

    Mix golden syrup, oil and alkaline water, then fold in flour; rest 45 minutes.

  2. 2

    Divide lotus paste into balls and wrap each in a thin layer of dough.

  3. 3

    Press into a floured mooncake mould and release onto a lined tray.

  4. 4

    Bake at 180°C for 6 minutes, brush lightly with egg yolk, then bake 10–12 minutes more.

  5. 5

    Cool and rest in an airtight box for two days before eating.

Chef’s tip

The resting period softens the crust and develops the classic glossy finish.