1. The history of Mid-Autumn moon cakes
The history of Mid-Autumn moon cakes can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty. During the Tang Dynasty, the Mid-Autumn Festival was the emperor's aristocratic festival, and the moon cakes at that time were filled with bean paste. In the Song Dynasty, the production technology of moon cakes was greatly improved, not only the fillings were richer, but also the packaging became more exquisite. In the Ming and Qing dynasties, the types of moon cakes were more diverse, such as five kernels, lotus seed paste, and dried meat floss.
2. Culture of Mid-Autumn Moon Cake
Mid-Autumn moon cakes are not only a kind of food, but also an important part of China traditional culture. Mid-autumn moon cakes symbolize reunion, harmony and gratitude. On the special day of Mid-Autumn Festival, people will give moon cakes to relatives and friends to express their thoughts and blessings. At the same time, moon cakes are also an important choice for business gifts, which can often reflect a person's taste and care.
Method for making Mid-Autumn Moon Cake
1. Material preparation
The main materials for making Mid-Autumn moon cakes are: flour, powdered sugar, peanut oil, baking powder, egg yolk, white sesame seeds, lotus seed paste and so on.
2. Production steps
(1) Mix flour, powdered sugar and baking powder together, add proper amount of peanut oil and water, and knead into dough.
(2) Divide the dough into small portions and knead each portion into a ball shape.
(3) Crush the ball, add the lotus paste stuffing, then wrap the dough and knead it into a ball.
(4) Put the ball into the mold and press out the pattern.
(5) Coat the egg yolk liquid on the surface of the moon cake and sprinkle with white sesame seeds.
(6) Put the moon cakes in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes until the surface is golden yellow.
Taste method of Mid-Autumn moon cake
1. Buy moon cakes
When choosing Mid-Autumn moon cakes, we should pay attention to the brand, taste and packaging. You can choose different flavors of moon cakes according to your own preferences, such as lotus seed paste, pork floss and five kernels.
Step 2 taste moon cakes
When tasting moon cakes, you can cut them into small pieces first and then taste them slowly. Can be paired with tea, milk and other drinks, which can better reflect the delicious moon cakes.