Authentic Traditional Mooncake: Lotus Paste Filling (DOUBLE YOLK)

Our Authentic Traditional Lotus Paste mooncakes now come with 2x the egg yolk, handmade in Melbourne, Australia. 

They are wrapped in individual sealed packets and packaged in a mooncake box (if ordered in 4s; while box stocks last) - making it an ideal gift for friends and family.

Please note that mooncake design may vary from image due to different moulds used for mooncake making.

There will be limited number of this mooncake made this mooncake season available due to capacity. 

Weight: 150g each
Expiry/Shelf Life: 3 weeks upon receipt (store at room temperature)

*Caution: Contains peanut oil

*Available for Melbourne Delivery, Self-pickup & Australia-wide postage.

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Traditional Lotus Paste Mooncakes with Double Yolk are known as 双黄莲蓉月饼 (shuāng huáng lián róng yuè bǐng) in Chinese. These mooncakes feature a sweet lotus seed paste filling and contain two salted egg yolks.

Cultural Significance of 双黄莲蓉月饼
Symbol of the Moon and Unity: The two salted egg yolks represent the full moon, which is central to the Mid-Autumn Festival. The full moon symbolizes completeness and unity, and having two yolks emphasizes family harmony and togetherness.

Double Blessings and Good Fortune: The inclusion of two yolks is often seen as a sign of double blessings and good luck. It reflects the desire to share these positive wishes with family and friends during the festival, conveying hopes for a prosperous and fortunate future.

Culinary Tradition: 双黄莲蓉月饼 are considered a premium variety due to the use of high-quality lotus paste and the presence of two yolks. They demonstrate the culinary excellence and dedication to preserving traditional flavors that are central to Chinese pastry-making.

Balance of Flavors: The combination of sweet lotus paste and savory salted egg yolks creates a balanced and harmonious taste experience. This balance of flavors is highly valued in Chinese cuisine and symbolizes harmony and balance in life.

Cultural Heritage: Both lotus seed paste and salted egg yolks have deep roots in Chinese culinary traditions. These mooncakes honor and preserve these classic ingredients, connecting people to their cultural heritage and traditional practices.

Symbol of Prosperity and Wealth: The golden yolks are associated with wealth and prosperity. Sharing 双黄莲蓉月饼 during the Mid-Autumn Festival is a way to wish others prosperity, success, and abundance.

双黄莲蓉月饼 (Traditional Lotus Paste Mooncakes with Double Yolk) are a cherished part of the Mid-Autumn Festival, symbolizing the full moon, unity, double blessings, culinary tradition, balance, and cultural heritage. Enjoying these mooncakes during the festival is a way to celebrate tradition, savor harmonious flavors, and share wishes for prosperity and well-being with loved ones.