Wife Cake (Lou Po Beng) is a traditional Chinese pastry known for its flaky crust and sweet, chewy filling made from winter melon and sugar. This classic bakery treat is especially popular in Hong Kong and across China. According to legend, the pastry symbolizes love and sacrifice between a husband and wife. With its delicate layers and mildly sweet flavor, Wife Cake is often enjoyed with tea as a delightful snack or dessert.
In a bowl, mix flour, butter, and water to form a soft dough. Let it rest for 20 minutes.
Divide the dough into small portions and flatten each piece.
Place a spoonful of winter melon paste mixed with sugar in the center.
Fold and seal the dough to form a round pastry.
Gently flatten the pastry and place it on a baking tray.
Brush the top with egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds.
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
½ cup winter melon paste
½ cup water
¼ cup sugar
1 egg (for egg wash)
¼ cup butter or lard
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