As the red and gold of the Lunar New YEAR decorations appear again, it's about time to open the gates for the sweet toothed snacking! Do not just stick with pineapples tarts and bak kwa and give these 5 popular Chinese New Year biscuits for the year 2024 a shot.
1. Salted Egg Yolk Cookies
The salted egg yolk stepped up into every foodie's list and what could be better than adding them to cookies made soft in butter? Let's welcome the new kid on the block in CNY cookie scene, the salted egg yolk cookies. Every butter cookie is made with a sweet salted egg custard filling so customers can enjoy the blend of sweet and salty in each piece. Can't get enough of these? Get some salted egg yolk curry puffs as well!
2. Signature Pineapple Tarts
For sure, it's hard to imagine having CNY without these all-time favorite pineapple tarts. And the classic ones made from an open-faced pastry with a lush pineapple jam filling are popular this year. I'm always amused by how contrast so much tangy and flaky shortcrust to sweet and sticky like jam pineapple is mine. Besides the basic flavors, something new to look out for is exotic flavors such as lychee or strawberry.
3. Vegan Bak Kwa
Other CNY goodies that have gone green in 2024 include vegan bak kwa. These veggie based “pork jerky” slices are tastefully browned and contain heaps of earthy mug/soy flavors from mushrooms. For the meat lovers and the vegan alike, the vegan bak kwa is a yummy snack that is crunchy outside yet soft within. Replace your regular table of sweets with this healthier version of a baked snack!
4. Mochi Cakes
Cupcake meets mochi in these delightful mochi cakes which include matcha, chocolate, and this adorable strawberry mochi cake. ...a very cake like surface outside, or the outer layer being soft and chewy on the tongue, with a very moist cake like texture on the inside. Not too sweet, these are perfect gifts for family and clients that value class and sophistication. Pro tip: it is recommended to have them chilled because they would literally melt in your mouth.
5. These cookies are known as Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies
For those who are not so keen on the more usual cookie recipes, here are those cranberry white chocolate cookies. Loaded with tender dry cranberries and white chocolate chips for the most holidaylike cookies on your CNY cookies tray. Another of the fruit inspired is the lime coconut cookies, so packed with the accentuated freshness of lime and shredded coconut.
Wrap Up
Make sure to have these 5 trending CNY goodies and snacks this coming Lunar New Year, whether for house visiting or just for yourself. From the humble **pineapple tart** to the modern **vegan bak kwa**, these delicious treats are sure to bring joy and sweetness to the festive period, enhancing the bonding time with your loved ones. Let every bite of these goodies fill your celebrations with warmth and happiness. Happy New Year, wishing you prosperity, plenty, and fellowship throughout the year!
