How many calories are in Mooncake?
Mooncake has about 400 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
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Mooncake
Mooncake is a snack chinese recipe with 400 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
400 kcal
Total Time
90 min
Servings
1
Protein
8 g
Ingredients
- lotus seed paste (or red bean paste).5 cup
- salted egg yolk (optional)1 piece
- all-purpose flour1 cup
- golden syrup.25 cup
- lye water.25 tsp
- vegetable oil2 tbsp
- egg, beaten, for egg wash1 piece
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Prepare the filling, which is typically a sweet paste made from lotus seeds or red beans.
- 2
Step 2
Optionally, place a salted egg yolk in the center of the filling.
- 3
Step 3
Prepare the dough by mixing flour, golden syrup, lye water, and oil.
- 4
Step 4
Wrap the filling with a thin layer of dough.
- 5
Step 5
Press the filled mooncake into a decorative mold.
- 6
Step 6
Bake the mooncakes in a preheated oven until golden brown, brushing with an egg wash during baking for a glossy finish.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
400
Protein
8g
Carbs
60g
Fat
15g
Fiber
3g
Micronutrients
Iron
2 mg
Zinc
0.7 mg
Sodium
150 mg
Calcium
40 mg
Folate
40 mcg
Magnesium
30 mg
Potassium
200 mg
Vitamin C
0 mg
Vitamin A
50 mcg
Vitamin B12
0.1 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
EggGluten
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Mooncake works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mooncake
Is Mooncake suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. Mooncake is suitable for vegetarians as written.
Is Mooncake gluten-free?
Mooncake is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes all-purpose flour. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Mooncake?
Yes. This recipe includes Egg and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Can I make Mooncake ahead of time?
Mooncake works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.
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