Making Five-Nut Mooncakes is a traditional and fun activity, and its rich filling combination gives the mooncakes a unique flavor. Here are the steps and some suggestions for making this classic mooncake.
### Filling Preparation The required ingredients include 50g each of white sesame seeds, black sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds, as well as 150g each of walnut kernels and peanuts. These nut kernels make up the base of the Five-Nut Mooncakes. In addition, you will need 150g of mooncake-specific syrup, 70g of corn oil, 30g of sugar, 200g of flour, a small amount of water (20g), 5g of high-quality white wine, and 2g of alkaline water to enhance the texture and color of the crust.
### Oil Dough Preparation The oil dough part requires 340g of low-gluten flour, 240g of mooncake syrup, 90g of corn oil, and 2g of alkaline water. These ingredients mixed together will form the outer layer of the mooncake.
### Baking Steps 1. Prepare the nuts: First, spread all the nut ingredients on a baking sheet and place it in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius on the middle rack. Bake until fragrant and golden brown. 2. Pay attention to details: To achieve the best crispiness and appearance of the mooncake crust, you can add a moderate amount of alkaline water. If alkaline water is unavailable, this step can be omitted. When brushing egg wash on the mooncake surface, do it gently to ensure clear patterns after baking. The key to delicious filling is using roasted flour until it turns slightly yellow.
3. Choice of fats: It is recommended to use mild-flavored fats in the mooncake, and blended oils are also a good choice as they won’t overpower the original flavor of the filling.
By following the above steps, you will be able to make Five-Nut Mooncakes that preserve traditional flavors while adding your own personal touch, enjoying the warmth and sweetness of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
