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A lotus seed mooncake is a type of traditional Chinese pastry. It is most commonly consumed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, but is also popular all year round. Its main ingredients include lotus seed paste and egg yolks.

Lotus seed mooncakes are high in sugar and fat due to the sweet lotus seed paste and egg yolks. They are also high in calories; a typical mooncake can have over 800 calories.

Yes, you can make lotus seed mooncakes at home, but it can be a time-consuming process. The ingredients and mooncake molds can be purchased online or at an Asian grocery store.

Apart from lotus seed, mooncakes can come in many other flavors such as red bean, durian, melon seed and more. They can also have a variety of fillings, from the traditional egg yolk to nuts, jujube, and meat.

Lotus seed mooncakes are traditionally cut into quarters or eighths and shared among family members or friends. They are typically served with tea.

Traditional lotus seed mooncakes often contain egg yolks, which are not vegan. However, there are vegan versions available that substitute the egg yolks with other ingredients.

Eating and sharing mooncakes are important traditions during the Mid-Autumn Festival, symbolizing unity and togetherness. Because of their round shape, they also symbolize completeness and reunion.

The quality of lotus seed mooncakes can vary from brand to brand. Some popular manufacturers include Kee Wah Bakery and Maxim's. The former is known for their traditional-style mooncakes while the latter gained popularity with their snow skin mooncakes.

A lotus seed mooncake has a sweet, slightly nutty flavor due to the lotus seed paste, and the egg yolk inside adds a rich, savory note.

A lotus seed mooncake is made by wrapping lotus seed paste and egg yolk in a thin layer of dough. The mooncake is then shaped with a mold and baked until golden brown.

The main ingredients in a lotus seed mooncake are lotus seed paste, egg yolks, and a dough made from flour, golden syrup, lye water, and vegetable oil.

A lotus seed mooncake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for about one to two weeks.

While lotus seeds are not technically nuts, they are a seed and some people with nut allergies may also react to seeds. It is best to consult with your doctor or allergist first.

Mooncakes have been a part of Chinese culture since the Tang Dynasty. They are traditionally eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival, a popular harvest festival held on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar.

You can buy it at Weee! Asian Market, www.sayweee.com.

Yes, some manufacturers produce gluten-free mooncakes. However, they may be more difficult to find than standard varieties. Always check the ingredients to be certain.