Recipe

Tatar-inspired Snow Skin Mooncake

Delicate Tatar Delight: Snow Skin Mooncake with a Twist

4.4 out of 5

Indulge in the flavors of Tatar cuisine with this unique twist on the classic Chinese Snow Skin Mooncake. This Tatar-inspired version combines the soft and chewy snow skin with a delightful filling, creating a fusion of cultures that will tantalize your taste buds.

Dessert› Snow Skin Mooncake

Asian cuisine› Chinese cuisine

European cuisine› Eastern European cuisine› Russian cuisine› Tatar cuisine

Preparation time

30 minutes

Cooking time

No cooking required

Total time

2 hours 30 minutes

Yields

6 mooncakes

Preparation difficulty

Medium

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Nut-free (if omitting walnuts), Halal

Allergens

Nuts (walnuts)

Not suitable for

Gluten-free (contains glutinous rice flour)

Ingredients

In this Tatar-inspired version, the traditional Chinese lotus seed paste filling is replaced with a mixture of ground walnuts, honey, and dried fruits, giving the mooncake a distinct Tatar flavor. Additionally, the snow skin is infused with Tatar spices and ingredients, adding a unique twist to the texture and taste of the mooncake. We alse have the original recipe for Snow Skin Mooncake, so you can check it out.

200g (7 oz) glutinous rice flour 200g (7 oz) glutinous rice flour
50g (1.8 oz) powdered sugar 50g (1.8 oz) powdered sugar
30g (1 oz) butter, melted 30g (1 oz) butter, melted
100ml (3.4 fl oz) milk 100ml (3.4 fl oz) milk
100g (3.5 oz) ground walnuts 100g (3.5 oz) ground walnuts
50g (1.8 oz) honey 50g (1.8 oz) honey
50g (1.8 oz) dried fruits (such as raisins or chopped dates) 50g (1.8 oz) dried fruits (such as raisins or chopped dates)
Tatar spices (such as cardamom or cinnamon) to taste Tatar spices (such as cardamom or cinnamon) to taste
Food coloring (optional) Food coloring (optional)
Edible gold dust (optional) Edible gold dust (optional)

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 3g
Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 32g, 12g
Protein: 5g
Fiber: 2g
Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1.
In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and powdered sugar. Gradually add the melted butter and milk, kneading until a smooth dough forms.
2.
In a separate bowl, mix the ground walnuts, honey, dried fruits, and Tatar spices together to create the filling.
3.
Divide the dough and filling into equal portions, shaping them into small balls.
4.
Flatten each dough ball and place a portion of the filling in the center. Wrap the dough around the filling, sealing it completely.
5.
Optional: Add a few drops of food coloring to the remaining dough and knead until the color is evenly distributed.
6.
Take a small portion of the colored dough and flatten it. Wrap it around the filled dough, creating a decorative pattern.
7.
Optional: Dust the mooncakes with edible gold dust for an elegant touch.
8.
Refrigerate the mooncakes for at least 2 hours before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

Glutinous rice flour — Ensure that the flour is of good quality to achieve the desired texture of the snow skin.
Ground walnuts — Toast the walnuts lightly before grinding to enhance their flavor.
Tatar spices — Adjust the amount of spices according to your preference for a more pronounced Tatar taste.

Tips & Tricks

To achieve a softer snow skin texture, wrap the mooncakes tightly with plastic wrap and let them rest in the refrigerator overnight.
Experiment with different dried fruits such as apricots or figs to add variety to the filling.
If you prefer a sweeter mooncake, increase the amount of honey in the filling.