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Best Easy Moon Cake with Red Bean Recipe

Name: Best Easy Moon Cake with Red Bean Recipe
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 85 g
Ingredients: All-purpose flour 1.5 cups; Red bean paste 1 cup; Golden syrup 0.5 cup; Vegetable oil 1.5 tbsp; Egg yolk 1 piece; Baking soda 0.25 tsp; Salt 0.25 tsp; Egg 1 piece

Moon cakes with sweet red bean paste filling are a beloved Mid-Autumn Festival treat. A family dessert with naturally sweet, earthy flavor.

Cook 120 min Difficulty NORMAL 280 kcal

#vegetarian #diabetic friendly

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

All-purpose flour 1.5 cups
Red bean paste 1 cup
Golden syrup 0.5 cup
Vegetable oil 1.5 tbsp
Egg yolk 1 piece

Seasonings/Sauce

Baking soda 0.25 tsp
Salt 0.25 tsp
Egg 1 piece

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 44 g 62%

Protein 5 g 7%

Fat 8 g 31%

Serving size 85g

Cooking steps

1

Prepare the dough by mixing all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. In a separate bowl, combine golden syrup, vegetable oil, and egg yolk, then blend into the dry ingredients until a smooth dough forms.
2

Cover the dough and let it rest at room temperature for at least 45 minutes; this step helps the texture soften for easier molding.
3

Divide the rested dough into 8 portions. Flatten each portion carefully and wrap around 2 tbsp of red bean paste, sealing well. Roll gently to form balls.
4

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment. Place shaped moon cakes onto the sheet and use a moon cake mold to press each one, if desired.
5

Whisk the whole egg to make an egg wash. Brush the tops of the moon cakes lightly. Bake on the middle rack for 10 minutes, remove, let cool for 10 minutes, then brush again and return to the oven for 12-15 more minutes until golden brown.
6

Cool moon cakes completely on a rack to allow the crust to soften and flavors to meld. For best texture, store in an airtight container for 1–2 days before serving.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The core ingredient that gives moon cakes their signature flavor is red bean paste, featured at the center of each cake. This sweet and earthy filling defines both the taste and the texture, while the golden syrup in the dough adds gentle sweetness and softness.

Q. How can I achieve the perfect moon cake crust texture?

For a tender yet structured crust, let the dough rest after mixing to fully hydrate the flour. Baking in two sessions—starting with a partial bake, then applying another egg wash and finishing the bake—creates a golden, shiny, and slightly soft crust. Allow the baked cakes to rest in a container for 1–2 days for the best chewy-soft texture.

Q. Are there any tips to avoid the moon cakes cracking during baking?

Cracks can be prevented by sealing each dough ball completely around the red bean paste and not overfilling. Do not overbake; follow the recommended timing and avoid high oven heat. Gentle handling and proper dough resting also keep the crust from drying out and splitting.

Q. How many calories, carbs, and protein are in one moon cake serving?

Each serving contains around 280 kcal, 44g of carbohydrates (62% of calories), and 5g of protein (7%). This makes moon cakes a moderately sweet treat with most energy from carbs and some contribution from fats (8g per serving).

Best Easy Moon Cake with Red Bean Recipe

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