Sweet Taiwanese Sun Cakes Taiyanpin

Sweet Taiwanese Sun Cakes Taiyanpin recipe pinit

Sun cakes are a popular traditional pastry in Taiwan, often enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr
Servings: 6 Calories: 1500
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
  4. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and shape each portion into a round disc.
  5. Place the discs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle the tops with black sesame seeds.
  6. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the sun cakes cool on a wire rack.
  8. Enjoy these delicious sweet Taiwanese sun cakes!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Total Carbohydrate 32g11%
Sugars 18g
Protein 4g8%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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