Irresistible Mid-Autumn Festival Treats of the Year

Many people anticipate Mid-Autumn Festival not only for enjoying the moon or carrying lanterns but also for the delicious mooncakes. Let's take a look at this year's enticing selection of mooncakes.

Assorted Nut Mooncakes

When we think of mooncakes, we often think of ones filled with mung bean paste. However, this year, why not try a different flavor profile with mooncakes made from various nuts such as black sesame and red beans? The delightful aroma and rich, nutty taste will surely make you 'ecstatic'.

Where to buy? Đại Phát is the place to try delicious black sesame mooncakes.

Chilled Cream Mooncakes

There's nothing quite like the combination of Western sweetness and Eastern flavors. Experience the sensation of creamy ice cream atop a traditional, piping hot cake that can now cool the Mid-Autumn air. With this special chilled cake, you won't feel 'bored' after just one bite as usual.

Where to buy? Haagen-Dazs, Baskin Robbins, and Bud's are all delicious and renowned brands. Before purchasing, consider both the prices and your own needs, as ice cream cakes tend to be quite 'pricey' indeed.

Agar mooncake with flan filling

Say goodbye to traditional baked mooncake shells and get acquainted with the cool smoothness of agar along with the sweet, creamy richness of flan filling inside. While the exterior may resemble a conventional mooncake, you'll be pleasantly surprised when you take a bite. This could be termed the 'old wine in a new bottle' of this dessert.

Where to buy? Brands like Kinh Do and Dai Phat usually offer this type of mooncake around the full moon day, but it's advisable to pre-order or act fast as they quickly sell out. Additionally, many online stores are also selling agar mooncakes, but cleanliness may make you 'nervous'.

Here's a suggestion for you: try your hand at making this special yet simple cake to treat your family if you have a 'passion' for cooking and want to create flavors to your liking.

Tiramisu Mooncake

Once again, an intriguing blend of traditional and modern flavors. Despite sounding 'hard to believe', I assure you, just one try of this tiramisu mooncake, and you'll be instantly addicted. The rich aroma of traditional baked mooncake crust combined with the chewy, creamy, intense flavors of chocolate and cream cheese will deliver an impressive taste.

Where to buy? The well-known pastry brand, Brodard, is where you can find this special type of mooncake.

Fruit Jam-filled Mid-Autumn Mooncake

This year marks the appearance of unique fruit jam-filled Mid-Autumn mooncakes. You have a wide range of choices from lychee to blueberry or even salty lemon flavor. For those looking for a change or observing a vegetarian diet on the full moon day, fruit jam-filled Mid-Autumn mooncakes will definitely be an excellent choice.

Where to buy? La Dorée and Givral are two fairly successful brands with fruit jam-filled Mid-Autumn mooncakes.

Whether you're fond of it or not, Mid-Autumn Festival remains an occasion for us to gather with family and friends, indulge in tea and cakes, and enjoy the festive atmosphere. If traditional flavors feel a bit stale to you, it's time to 'switch things up' and quickly try these new and unique treats for a Mid-Autumn Festival that's both classic and fresh.

According to Yan

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Reference: Travel guide Mytour