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Lotus seed paste mooncake is a type of sweet Chinese pastry traditionally eaten during Mid-Autumn Festival. It is primarily filled with lotus seed paste.

While the main ingredient, lotus seed paste, is vegan, some variations may include egg yolks or other non-vegan ingredients. Check the ingredient list or ask an expert.

It can contain yolk from salted duck eggs, sweet bean paste, and may be covered with pastry dough.

Yes, making mooncakes at home can be a fun task, although it can be challenging and time-consuming as well.

Lotus seed paste is generally sweet, due to the added sugar.

The mooncake is typically sweet with a rich, dense texture. The lotus seed paste filling is sweet and smooth.

Typically, they are cut into small wedges and enjoyed with tea.

Yes, it is a traditional and meaningful gift during the Mid-Autumn Festival in Chinese culture.

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It is made by soaking dried lotus seeds, boiling them until soft, then mashing them into a paste. Sugar is often added for sweetness.

No, they can be stored at room temperature for about 1-2 weeks but check the packaging instructions for confirmation.

They are high in calories and carbohydrates due to the sugar and lotus paste. They also might contain protein from eggs and dietary fiber but check the packaging for accurate information.

The pastry dough usually contains wheat flour, so it might not be gluten-free. Check the ingredients list or ask for confirmation.

Yes, variations include those with multiple egg yolks, mixed nuts and seeds or versions with reduced sugar.

Mooncakes are a traditional Chinese pastry symbolizing the moon, which is an important aspect of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

In Chinese culture, lotus seeds symbolize fertility, harmonious union and continuation of family lineage.