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Taiwanese Bakery Treats

Cultural Context

Originating from Taiwan, these bakery treats reflect the island's rich culinary heritage influenced by both Chinese and Western baking traditions. Often enjoyed as snacks or desserts, they are a staple in Taiwanese bakeries, showcasing a delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors. Today, these pastries have gained popularity beyond Taiwan, inspiring variations in bakeries worldwide.

TaiwaneseTWdessert
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups glutinous rice flour
1 cup red bean paste
1 cup pineapple jam
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup chocolate
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup almond
4 oz cream cheese
1 banana
1 cup whipped cream
1/2 cup dates
1/4 cup goji berries
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup sugar
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
4 scallion pancakes
1/4 cup fermented tofu
1/4 cup mayonnaise

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

red bean paste

🥗Healthier: chickpea paste

💰Cheaper: sweetened black bean paste

Chickpea paste is lower in sugar.

pork floss

🥗Healthier: tofu floss

💰Cheaper: shredded chicken

Tofu floss is a vegetarian alternative.

1

Visit Win Son Bakery in East Williamsburg.

2

Start with the mochi donut made with glutinous rice flour.

3

Taste the mochi donut, noting its spongy texture and savory notes.

4

Move on to the laminated bolo bao, describing it as buttery and airy.

5

Taste the twice-baked almond red bean croissant, noting its deliciousness.

6

Try the peanut butter and chocolate croissant, commenting on its beauty and taste.

7

Taste the red date cake, describing its ingredients and flavors.

8

Enjoy a banana tart with whipped cream, commenting on the balance of flavors.

9

Sample the scallion pancakes, discussing their texture and gluten development.

10

Try various breakfast sandwiches made with scallion pancakes, including vegetarian options.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlbaking sheetparchment paperrolling pinoven

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Taiwanese PastriesTaiwanese Baked Goods

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