Fruit cake

水果餅 / Fruity Soft Pastry

＊Grandpa’s signature pastry, a blessing passed down through generations in Xishi＊

In Xishi, Yongkang, Tainan, there is a century-old tradition known as the "Dàn Bǐng Festival" (Pastry Carrying Festival). Originally, the "water pastries" used in the ritual had only a simple flour aroma. Around the 1950s, the first-generation master craftsman Wang Ji-sheng had a bright idea: he incorporated fragrant citrus and local sweet potatoes into the filling, uniquely creating the light and delicate "Fruity Soft Pastry."

We carefully carry on our grandfather’s craft and have fine-tuned the recipe to suit modern health trends, kneading this original intent of sharing joy into every piece of fruit-scented pastry.

Why is Wang Xishi’s Fruity Soft Pastry so unique?

• High-fiber sweet potato base: Moving away from traditional bean paste, we use local sweet potato purée as the base for the filling, providing a smooth, tender texture that doesn't stick to the teeth.
• Lower sugar for a lighter burden: We have moderately reduced the sugar content, allowing the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes and fruit to take center stage. The taste is light, not cloying, and keeps you coming back for more.
• Low-oil formula, vegan-friendly: With a very low oil content and no animal ingredients, it is a treat that both health-conscious individuals and vegans can enjoy with peace of mind.
• Natural fruit bits added: Real fruit bits, slow-cooked to perfection, offer distinct layers of flavor and are filled with natural fruit aroma.

Flavor Selection

• Classic Regulars: Kumquat (Classic Original), Roselle (Daughter's Pastry)
• Seasonal Limited: Mango, Strawberry

Ingredients

【Kumquat】: Wheat flour, maltose, water, sucrose, sweet potato purée, pineapple, vegetable oil, kumquat, tangerine oil, ammonium bicarbonate (leavening agent).

【Roselle】: Wheat flour, maltose, water, sucrose, sweet potato purée, roselle, vegetable oil, cranberries, dried plum, red yeast rice powder, ammonium bicarbonate (leavening agent).

【Mango】: Wheat flour, maltose, water, sucrose, mango purée, sweet potato purée, dried mango, vegetable oil, passion fruit purée, pumpkin powder, mango powder, ammonium bicarbonate (leavening agent).

【Strawberry】: Wheat flour, maltose, water, sucrose, sweet potato purée, strawberry purée, vegetable oil, dried strawberries, strawberry powder, ammonium bicarbonate (leavening agent).

Specifications

Weight

750g ± 10g (10 pieces)
225g ± 5g (3 pieces)

For Vegans

Vegan-friendly

Allergy Notice

This product contains gluten-containing grains (the mango flavor also contains mango components) and is not suitable for individuals with related allergies.

Storage Instructions

This product is freshly handmade with no added preservatives. Please store in a cool, dry place at room temperature. The shelf life is 10 days; refrigeration can extend freshness for up to about one month.

Chef's Tasting Recommendation

Cut the pastry into quarters crosswise, and place in an oven or air fryer at 230°C for 2-3 minutes (as oven power varies, please adjust the temperature and time as needed), or pan-fry in a skillet until the surface slightly changes color and the aroma is released. It is recommended to enjoy while hot!