It’s the time of home visitations, angpows and of course, CNY cookies! What’s better than catching up on family gossip than doing so while stuffing yourself with an assortment of munchies?
Traditional cookies have been a longtime common staple among most households today, and it may get a tad bit tiresome at times to see the same options being recycled around. Introducing these modern inventions of classic CNY cookies, bound to convert even the most cynic a satisfied patron. Relive your childhood favourites with a fresh tweak that tickles the tastebuds into instant submission.
Goodbye diet!
1. Matcha Almond Cookies by Baked KL
A delicious treat both for the eyes and tastebuds, this innovative creation is adequately infused with premium Ujimatcha for a tinge of bitterness amongst the sweet. Finely grounded along with pure tea leaves within the crumbly texture, the accompanying almond flavour perfectly complements the crispy exterior.
2. Pineapple Tart Bombs by SeptemberBakes
A refreshing interpretation to the classic rolled-up pineapple tarts, this modern SeptemberBakes version boasts a unique oval-ish shape packed with generous stuffings of sweet and sour pineapple filling. One bite and you’re guaranteed to get addicted!
3. Peanut Butter Bamboo Charcoal Mini Egg Rolls by Junandus
Introducing Junandus’s updated version of the traditional mini crispy popiah rolls, comes infused with a sprinkle of bamboo charcoal powder that attributes to its urban black coloured appearance. Filled with plentiful stuffings of heavenly peanut butter, the crunchy exterior gives way to the melty center for a playful mesh of sweet meets salty.
4. Pineapple Tart Disc by Delectable By Su
Round discs of happiness, who else can resist? Perfect for those who seek for a bigger portion of the well-loved pineapple tart, this version from Delectable By Su offers a generous more-than-bite-size amount that’s simply perfect for heavy munchers.
5. Black Sesame Energy Squares (Peanut) by Signature Snack
Made only from the finest ingredients, this delectable munch from Signature Snack expertly combines two well-loved elements of CNY cookies (black sesame and peanut) into absolute perfection. Crafted into bite-sized squares with melted brown sugar to create a gooey texture, one bite and you’re bound to get hooked!
6. Chrysanthemum Cookies by Amazin’ Graze
Pai nien sessions can be a tad hectic given the number of visitations stuffed in a day, so refresh yourself with a bite of this invigorating chrysanthemum-infused cookie by Amazin’ Graze. Do not ever underestimate its simplistic appearance as the crispy exterior bears a whiff of floral fragrance from the crushed flowers embedded within the mixture, resulting in a Zen-like experience that simply soothes deep into the heart.
7. Fire Rooster Cookies by My Kitchen Confidante
It’s the zodiac year of Rooster and of course, what’s CNY without some prosperous symbolism? Munch your way to an abundance of good fortune and happiness with this super adorable rooster-themed cookie, complete with colourful icing topping for a generous dose of whimsical appeal.