taro crisp recipe

How to Make Taro酥：A Step-by-Step Guide

Taro酥， with its flaky crust and sweet taro filling, is a beloved treat. Here’s a simple recipe to recreate this delicious pastry at home.

Ingredients: For the dough, you’ll need 200g all-purpose flour, 100g cold butter, 1 egg yolk, and 2 tbsp sugar. For the filling, mix 300g cooked taro (mashed), 50g sugar, 1 tbsp milk, and a pinch of salt. Optional: add 1/2 tsp vanilla for extra flavor.

Steps:

1. Make the dough: Cut cold butter into flour, rub until crumbly. Add egg yolk and sugar, knead into a smooth ball. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes.

2. Prepare filling: Mash cooked taro, mix with sugar, milk, salt, and vanilla until smooth.

3. Assemble: Roll dough into a thin sheet, cut into circles. Place a spoonful of filling in the center, fold edges to seal, brush with egg wash.

4. Bake: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Tips: For extra flakiness, fold the dough like a puff pastry. Ensure filling isn’t too watery to prevent sogginess. Enjoy these crispy, creamy taro酥 with a cup of tea!