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Honey Pistachio Mooncakes

Delightful traditional pastries with a sweet and nutty twist, perfect for festivals and everyday enjoyment.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Cooking Oil Any light vegetable oil works well.
  • 4 tablespoons Honey Infuses mooncakes with rich flavor; maple syrup can be used for variation.
  • 1 tablespoon Lye Water (optional) Helps achieve a golden color.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 2 cups Cake Flour Main structural component for the mooncake skin.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Shelled Pistachios Core ingredient providing nutty flavor; can swap with almonds or walnuts.
  • 1/4 cup Glutinous Rice Flour Essential for binding the filling.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adds slight sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Water Adjust for binding the filling.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk For egg wash.

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix the cooking oil, honey, lye water (if using), and salt.
  2. Gradually add the cake flour, stirring until a dough forms.
  3. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
  1. In another bowl, combine the pistachios, glutinous rice flour, granulated sugar, and water.
  2. Mix until well combined. Adjust the water as needed to help bind the mixture into a moldable filling.
Mooncake Assembly
  1. Once the dough and filling are ready, divide the dough into equal pieces.
  2. Flatten each piece and place a portion of the pistachio filling in the center.
  3. Wrap the dough around the filling and shape it into a ball.
Mold and Bake
  1. Use a mooncake mold to shape the filled dough ball.
  2. Carefully press it into the mold, then tap it out onto a baking tray.
Finish with Egg Wash
  1. Beat the egg yolk and brush it over the tops of the mooncakes for a lovely golden finish.
Cool and Store
  1. Bake the mooncakes in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  2. Allow them to cool completely before storing.

Notes

Make sure to rest the dough; it helps improve the texture. Adjust the sweetness by adding or reducing the granulated sugar in the filling. Use fresh pistachios for the best flavor.