What Desserts can We Eat While Traveling in Chengdu?
Chengdu isn't just famous for its spicy food; its dessert culture is equally captivating. From the refreshing ice jelly to the glutinous rice cake with brown sugar, Chengdu's desserts, with their unique textures and rich cultural background, are a must-try for visitors. These treats are not just a delight for your taste buds but also reflect the laid-back lifestyle of Chengdu.
Chengdu isn't just famous for its spicy food; its dessert culture is equally captivating. From the refreshing Ice Jelly to the Glutinous Rice Cake with Brown Sugar, Chengdu's desserts, with their unique textures and rich cultural background, are a must-try for visitors. These treats are not just a delight for your taste buds but also reflect the laid-back lifestyle of Chengdu.
1. Ice Jelly:
Often paired with Hot Pot, it cools you down and adds a touch of sweetness. Handmade ice jelly, made with natural ice seeds, has a smoother texture and is a perfect choice for summer.
2. Glutinous Rice Cake with Brown Sugar:
Made primarily from glutinous rice, steamed and mashed, then coated with soybean flour and drizzled with homemade brown sugar syrup, they are soft and sweet without being overwhelming.
3. Other Desserts:
Chilled Cold Cake: Similar to ice jelly, it's a smooth summer treat, best enjoyed with brown sugar water for a refreshing taste.
Tangyou Guozi: Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, it's a popular snack at Chengdu's night markets.
Eggy Pancake: Crispy on the outside and rich on the inside, it can be sweet or savory, a traditional snack Chengdu locals have loved since childhood.
Tip: The best time to enjoy ice jelly and cold cake is in summer, while brown sugar rice cakes and sugar fried dough can be enjoyed year-round.
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When in Chengdu, besides the spicy Hot Pot, don’t forget to try these authentic desserts and experience the sweetness and leisure of the city!
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