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lunar new year cake

Lunar New Year Cake: 7 Reasons You’ll Adore This Delight


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Lunar New Year cake is a traditional dessert made to celebrate the Lunar New Year. It symbolizes prosperity and good fortune.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups glutinous rice flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup red bean paste
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Mix glutinous rice flour and sugar in a bowl.
  2. Add water and coconut milk; stir until smooth.
  3. Grease a cake pan.
  4. Pour half of the mixture into the pan.
  5. Spread red bean paste over the mixture.
  6. Pour the remaining mixture on top.
  7. Steam for 30 minutes.
  8. Let it cool before slicing.

Notes

  • Serve with sesame seeds on top.
  • Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Can be enjoyed warm or cold.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Steaming
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: lunar new year cake, festive dessert, traditional cake