Jujube paste crisps (枣泥一口酥) are delicate, sweet pastries loved for their flaky crust and fragrant jujube filling. Here’s a simple recipe to recreate them at home.
Ingredients:
For the crust: 200g all-purpose flour, 100g cold butter (cut into cubes), 2 tbsp sugar, 4-5 tbsp ice water.
For the filling: 150g dried red jujubes (pitted), 2 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp water.
Steps:
1. Prepare the filling: Soak jujubes in hot water for 20 minutes until soft. Drain, cook with sugar, honey, and 1 tsp water over low heat until thick (10-15 minutes). Mash into a smooth paste, let cool.
2. Make the crust: Mix flour and sugar, add cold butter. Rub with fingertips until crumbly. Gradually add ice water, knead into a soft dough. Wrap in plastic and rest for 30 minutes.
3. Shape and bake: Roll dough into a 5mm thick sheet. Cut into 5cm circles. Place 1 tsp jujube paste in the center, fold into a semicircle, seal edges. Brush with egg wash. Bake at 180°C for 20-25 minutes until golden.
Tips: Keep dough cold for a flaky texture. Adjust sugar to taste. Enjoy these crispy, sweet treats with tea!
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