Seems like you are now looking for somewhere that sells full month pastries, aren’t you?
Well, of course, that must be why you’re here right now reading this article.
Now, now, don’t be shy. We welcome you to our site and to continue reading. What we are going to be looking at today are a few commonplace pastries that will be present at and can be sighted during full month celebrations.
Traditional Treats
Let’s start this roundup of all the treats with our roots. After all, this celebration is but a traditional celebration passed down through the generations.
Ang Ku Kueh & Ang Yi
Ang Ku Kueh, which in Hokkien means “Red Tortoise Cake,” is a little oval-shaped Chinese confection made of a soft, sticky skin made of glutinous rice flour that is wrapped over a typically sweet filling. It distinguishes itself from other treats by its unusual design, which resembles a tortoise shell. The kueh can be traced back to Xiamen, Quanzhou, and Zhangzhou in southern Fujian, China, before travelling through maritime Southeast Asia via migration routes. Even while Ang Ku Kueh is still a well-liked teatime snack in modern times, its significance in Chinese religious and cultural traditions is frequently disregarded.
Now, if you’re confused about the Ang Yi, don’t be. It’s basically that the Ang Ku Kueh is presented for girls while the rounder ones called the Ang Yi are presented for boys.
Red Eggs
In Chinese culture, eggs represent conception, a fresh start, and the regeneration of life. Red egg colouring is done in an effort to bring luck to the newborn. When a baby was born in the past, parents would give eggs to friends and family, with an even number for a boy and an odd number for a girl. Present-day variations of the custom include giving red-dyed eggs to attendees of red egg ceremonies, displaying red eggs for decoration, and giving away red egg treats like felted red eggs or biscuits in the shape of red eggs.
These hard-boiled eggs are dyed crimson by dipping them in red food colouring. The eggs are frequently boiled in water that contains salt and vinegar to make the shells more porous, which helps the eggs absorb the dye more quickly. The eggs are allowed to chill before being offered to loved ones, friends, and attendees of the full moon feast.
Glutinous Rice
The treat is dyed a somewhat yellowish or brownish hue due to the spices used in the making of it and it is said to represent a wish for the baby to always have a staple meal or basically to never be in want.
Contemporary Treats
Well, as with all things in life, time marches on and so should we. Therefore while we can always nod to tradition, we should be flexible when necessary…especially where taste buds are concerned.
That said here are some of the usual suspects that one would expect to find in a Singaporean baby full moon celebration:
Custard Puffs
The custard puff is a small, round pastry that is often found in bakeries. It is made with a flour-based dough and filled with a sweet custard filling. The pastry is then deep-fried and coated with a dusting of confectioners’ sugar.
The origin of the custard puff is unclear, but it is believed to have originated in southern China. The dough for the pastry was likely adapted from Western recipes that were brought to China by missionaries or traders. The filling for the custard puff is also thought to be of Western origin, as egg yolks and milk were not commonly used in Chinese cuisine until the mid-19th century.
While the custard puff may have originated in China, it has since become popular in other countries with large Chinese populations, such as Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. In these countries, the pastry is often sold by street vendors and served as a snack or dessert.
Mini Moist Brownies
The brownie is a beloved dessert that has been around for centuries. Though its exact origins are unknown, there are many theories about who invented the brownie and how it came to be.
The earliest known recipe for a brownie-like dessert dates back to the 18th century. This early recipe, called a “brown cake,” was made with molasses, flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and spices. It was more similar to a gingerbread cake than the brownies we know and love today.
The first known recipe for “chocolate brownies” was published in the Boston Cooking School Magazine in 1896. This recipe called for unsweetened chocolate, baking powder, milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and flour. These ingredients are still used in many brownie recipes today.
Over the years, brownies have been adapted to include different ingredients like nuts, frosting, fruit, and cream cheese. There are now countless varieties of brownies available all over the world. Some of the most popular recipes include German chocolate brownies, blondies (brownies made with white chocolate instead of dark chocolate), and mint chocolate brownies.
Mini Marble Cheesecakes
Do you love marble cheesecake? This delicious treat has a long and rich history dating back to ancient Greece.
The earliest mention of cheesecake can be found in the writings of Athenaeus, a Greek philosopher who lived in the 2nd century AD. In his work “Deipnosophists,” Athenaeus describes a cake made from cheese, eggs, and wheat flour that was served to athletes during the first Olympic Games in 776 BC.
It wasn’t until the 16th century that cheesecake began to resemble the dessert we know and love today. In 1545, a recipe for “cheESE kache” was published in “The Good Huswife’s Jewell.” This recipe called for cream cheese, eggs, butter, sugar, and currants.
The modern marble cheesecake was invented in New York City in the 1930s. Baker Junior DeVroomen is credited with creating this unique dessert when he accidently dropped a blob of chocolate batter into his vanilla cheesecake batter. The resulting marbled effect was so popular that DeVroomen began making marble cheesecakes on purpose!
Vanilla Swiss Rolls
The Swiss roll is a classic cake that has been around for centuries. Though its exact origins are unknown, it is believed to have originated in Central Europe sometime in the 18th century. The cake gained popularity in America during the Victorian era, and today it is enjoyed by people all over the world.
It is thought to date back to the 18th century, when cakes were first being rolled into cylindrical shapes. These early versions of the Swiss roll were made with a simple sponge cake and did not include any filling.
Closing Words
That about sums things up for all the pastries that we can find during a baby’s full month celebration. Now, as for the most important question of all – WHERE?
Well, the answer to that is very simple. HERE.
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