Snow Skin Mooncakes are a delicate and soft variation of traditional mooncakes, typically enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival. Unlike baked mooncakes, these mooncakes have a chewy, mochi-like exterior made from glutinous rice flour, filled with various sweet fillings such as red bean, lotus paste, or custard. They are best served chilled, providing a refreshing and light treat.
Ingredients
For the Snow Skin:
- 100g glutinous rice flour
- 50g rice flour
- 25g cornstarch
- 50g powdered sugar
- 30g coconut milk
- 150ml water
- 30g vegetable oil
- Extra glutinous rice flour for dusting
For the Filling (choose one or mix multiple):
- 200g red bean paste
- 200g lotus seed paste
- 200g custard filling
- Optional: nuts, seeds, or dried fruits for added texture
Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Snow Skin Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, rice flour, cornstarch, and powdered sugar.
- Slowly add the coconut milk, water, and vegetable oil. Stir until smooth.
- Strain the mixture to remove lumps, then pour it into a heatproof bowl.
- Steam the Dough:
- Steam the mixture over medium heat for 20-25 minutes until it becomes a translucent, dough-like consistency.
- Once steamed, let it cool for a few minutes, then knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
- Prepare the Filling:
- While the dough cools, divide your chosen filling into small, equal portions (about 25g each) and roll them into balls.
- If adding nuts, seeds, or dried fruits, mix them into the filling before rolling.
- Assemble the Mooncakes:
- Lightly dust your work surface with glutinous rice flour to prevent sticking.
- Divide the dough into equal portions (around 30g each), roll each portion into a ball, and then flatten it into a round disc.
- Place a filling ball in the center of the flattened dough. Gently wrap the dough around the filling and pinch the edges to seal it.
- Shape the Mooncakes:
- Lightly dust a mooncake mold with glutinous rice flour to prevent sticking.
- Place the filled mooncake dough into the mold and press gently to shape it.
- Carefully remove the mooncake from the mold and repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
- Chill and Serve:
- Place the mooncakes in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to firm up and allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
These snow skin mooncakes are a versatile treat. You can experiment with different fillings and colors for a variety of flavors and presentations!