Chinese Christmas Dessert Recipes
Looking to add some Chinese flair to your Christmas dessert table? These fusion recipes combine traditional Chinese flavors with holiday charm!
Sweet Red Bean Soup
The red bean 红豆 (hóngdòu) is a classic ingredient in Chinese desserts, perfect for creating festive red Christmas treats.
Red bean, noun, 红豆
- I love hot red bean soup in winter.
我喜欢冬天喝热红豆汤。
wǒ xǐhuan dōngtiān hē rè hóngdòu tāng. - Mom makes the best red bean dessert.
妈妈做的红豆甜点最好吃。
māma zuò de hóngdòu tiándiǎn zuì hǎochī.
Recipe Tips:
- Soak red beans overnight
- Add rock sugar for sweetness
- Serve hot for cozy Christmas gatherings
- Garnish with pine nuts for holiday flair
Sticky Rice Balls
The rice ball 汤圆 (tāngyuán) represents family reunion and is perfect for Christmas gatherings.
Rice ball, noun, 汤圆
- Let's make rice balls together.
我们一起做汤圆吧。
wǒmen yìqǐ zuò tāngyuán ba. - These rice balls are filled with peanuts.
这些汤圆里面是花生馅的。
zhèxiē tāngyuán lǐmiàn shì huāshēng xiàn de.
Christmas Variations:
- Add red and green food coloring
- Use chocolate fillings
- Serve in warm ginger soup
- Decorate with mint leaves
Egg Custard Tarts
The egg tart 蛋挞 (dàntà) can be decorated with Christmas themes for a festive touch.
Egg tart, noun, 蛋挞
- These egg tarts smell delicious.
这些蛋挞闻起来很香。
zhèxiē dàntà wén qǐlái hěn xiāng. - She bought Christmas-themed egg tarts.
她买了圣诞主题的蛋挞。
tā mǎi le shèngdàn zhǔtí de dàntà.