12 Best Baked and Snowskin Mooncakes For Mid-Autumn Festival 2023 Celebration

Here are 12 best baked and snowskin mooncakes to try in Singapore this Mid-Autumn Festival 2023

Peach Blossoms

Peach Blossoms pays homage to the classics with its line of traditional mooncakes, expertly crafted by Executive Chinese Chef Edward Chong. The assortment of flavours range from Double Yolk with Lotus Paste and Single Yolk with White Lotus to the savoury-sweet Assorted Nuts with Chicken Ham, Lychee with Wolfberries Paste. The Charcoal Black Sesame Paste with Melon Seed and Gold Dust will also be returning this year.

The mooncakes are housed in a beautiful Celestial Chest, inspired by Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay’s unique ‘garden in a hotel’ concept. The box’s sandy beige hues and botanical motifs in pastel green and brown are a nod to sustainability, as are the eco-friendly materials which include paper board and medium-density fiberboard. The limited-edition Moonlit Pavilion is another standout choice for gifting. Drawing inspiration from the hotel’s iconic sculptural pavilions, the packaging boasts intricately intertwined lines and organic curves, and can be repurposed as a bedside lamp.

Orders can be made at the hotel’s eSHOP at https://bit.ly/prsmb-eshop. Self-collection and in-person purchases are available at Peach Blossoms’ Celestial Delights Counter located in the hotel lobby, until 29 September 2023. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/celestial-delights-mooncakes.

Li Bai

Indulge in a variety of traditional and contemporary mooncakes from Sheraton Towers Singapore, exquisitely handcrafted by Li Bai. New to the baked series this year is the White Lotus Seed Oolong Tea Paste with Sunflower Seeds Mooncake — a harmonious pairing of the fragrant yet earthy Oolong with the delightful crunch of sunflower seeds.

Other quintessential flavours include the White Lotus Seed Paste with Double Yolk, White Lotus Seed Paste with Macadamia Nut, as well as Mixed Nuts. For those who prefer snowskin mooncakes, the new Mini Snowskin Chrysanthemum is a must-try – its creamy white lotus seed paste exuding a subtle floral aroma that goes well with tea. Alternatively, go for all-time favourites like the Mini Snowskin Champagne, Mini Snowskin Lychee Martini, and Mini Snowskin Sea Salt Truffle Dark Chocolate, packaged in tiffin carrier-inspired decorative boxes in dreamy lilac and whimsical turquoise–ideal as gifts to loved ones or business associates.

Li Bai’s mooncakes are available from now to 29 September 2023 at Sheraton Towers Singapore Hotel Lobby. Or purchase online at https://shopatsheratonfestive.oddle.me/.

Conrad Hotels

Conrad is offering an array of traditional and modern snowskin creations, presented in beautiful round box sets. From the kitchens of Golden Peony at Conrad Centennial Singapore comes five Cantonese and Teochew-style baked mooncakes, including favourites such as White Lotus with Melon Seeds and Baked Double Yolk in White Lotus Paste. The snowskin mooncakes are no less intriguing, with options such as Signature Royal Hazelnut Crunch and Avocado with Vanilla Truffle.

Summer Palace at Conrad Singapore Orchard sees the unveiling of its highly anticipated mooncake collection, including the innovative baked Parma Ham and Pork Floss with Assorted Nuts. The mini mooncakes feature traditional flavours with contemporary twists, from the signature Black Sesame Paste and the Mao Shan Wang Durian, to new items like Lemon Mascarpone Chocolate with Blue Pea Tea and Coconut Chocolate with Black Glutinous Rice.

For more information on ordering from Conrad Centennial Singapore, visit conradcentennialsingapore.oddle.me or eatdrinkhilton.com/golden-peony. To order from Conrad Singapore Orchard, visit conradsingaporeorchard.oddle.me or conradsingaporeorchard.com.

Marina Bay Sands 

At Marina Bay Sands, the best of East meets West is embodied in unique snowskin flavours, such as the Golden Nest, which is filled with refreshing citrus kumquat custard cream and loaded with bird’s nest. There’s also Matcha Blossom, which blends aromatic uji matcha and sugar-free mung bean paste studded with traditional amanatto. For a medley of textures, the pink-hued Strawberry Fields features premium wild French strawberries from Provence, cooked down into compote and blended with mung bean paste mixed with yoghurt and granola bits.

Meanwhile, popular Cantonese restaurant Mott 32 makes its mooncake debut with four creative flavours based on their signature dishes. The Mango-Coconut is a clever spin on the restaurant’s famous lo mai chi dimsum, its fresh and juicy mango filling perfectly balanced by hints of almond and coconut. The ostentatious Chrystanthemum-Red Date is perfect for the Mid-Autumn celebrations: not only does the chrysanthemum blossom symbolise longevity, but its subtle herbal undertone also brings forth a unique depth and complexity.

For more details and to order, visit https://marinabaysands.com/mooncakes or https://marinabaysands.com/restaurants/mott32.html.

Man Fu Yuan

Man Fu Yuan at InterContinental Singapore debuts two new baked flavours and a series of four tea-infused snow skin mooncakes this year. The White Lotus Seed Paste with Macadamia and Pumpkin Seeds presents a familiar taste profile elevated with a nutty twist; while the Assorted Nuts with Plant-based Ham offers healthy and guilt-free indulgence.

The Snow Skin Mooncakes: Blossom and Brew series are meticulously shaped into Man Fu Yuan’s iconic rose. Highlights include Honeysuckle Flower with Chrysanthemum, which carries a refreshing aroma and subtle sweetness, courtesy of honeysuckle flowers and a chrysanthemum truffle centre; as well as Violet Flower with Black Tea, which is fragrant and malty, complemented by a core of rich, black tea truffle.

Man Fu Yuan mooncakes are available for walk-in purchases from now to 29 September 2023 at Man Fu Yuan Shoppe, InterContinental Singapore. Or order them online at: https://singapore.intercontinental.com/mooncakes.

Xin Cuisine

Xin Cuisine’s creative, modern take on snowskin mooncakes are sure to be a talking point as you celebrate the Mid-Autumn festival with friends and family. Inspired by the classic New York Cheesecake, the newly launched Mini Snowskin Cheesecake Mooncake is packed with smooth white lotus paste encasing a rich, cream cheese praline center. Just as delicious is the Dirty Matcha Latte Mini Snowskin Mooncake, made with silky matcha lotus seed paste and a cafe latte praline.

Traditionalists can enjoy classics like Xin Cuisine’s signature Teochew Yam Paste with Single Yolk Mooncake – filled with savoury-sweet yam paste and a salted egg yolk centre wrapped within golden, flaky pastry. Also making a comeback this year are perennial favourites like the Low Sugar White Lotus Seed Paste Baked Mooncake with Double Yolk, as well as the Peranakan Durian Mini Snowskin Mooncake, presented in a luxurious and elegant shade of butterfly peaflower blue.

Xin Cuisine’s mooncakes are available for order from now until 25 September 2023 from https://singaporeatrium.holidayinn.com/eshop

Yan 

Stop by Yan on your next trip to the National Gallery Singapore and pick up a box of their exquisite mooncakes, which pay homage to the classics with five baked flavours and an enticing snowskin creation. A must-have for the festive season is the Baked White Lotus Mooncake, filled with a luscious white lotus seed paste studded with single or double salted egg yolks; and Thousand Layer Yam Mooncake, a savoury-sweet confection featuring flaky pastry swirls enveloping a fragrant filling of sweet and earthy yam paste.

New to this year’s lineup is the Baked Lychee White Lotus Mooncake, which features traditional white lotus paste infused with a fruity and refreshing touch of fresh lychee. Fans of durian will be delighted with the return of the Mao Shan Wang Durian Snowskin Mooncake, a treat made from rich and bittersweet durian pulp. All festive mooncakes come in eco-friendly paper boxes crafted from recyclable materials. The Classic Flight is perfect for gifting, featuring a set of four mooncakes presented in a beautifully designed box with a pull-open sleeve unveiling a scene of swallows gracefully gliding over moonlit mountains.

Yan’s mooncakes are available from now until 29 September 2023. Or order online at https://yan-restaurant.myshopify.com/collections/mid-autumn-mooncakes. 

Tung Lok 

Traditional flavours take centre stage at Tung Lok this year, presented in specially designed boxes adorned with colourful blooms and auspicious motifs. The limited-edition Premium Box ($238+) features a regal, golden yellow chest with peony flower imprints. Inside, you’ll find four pieces of Double Yolk White Lotus mooncakes, while a separate drawer reveals a dainty porcelain tea set.

Tung Lok’s Perfect Duo set ($88 per box of four) embraces tradition with a duet of white and red lotus mooncakes, each filled with luscious lotus seed paste and baked to golden-brown perfection. For something out of the ordinary, the Four Happiness box ($86 per box of four) offers a specially curated assortment that packs a punch–from Sea Salt Black Sesame with Pistachio and Chestnut to the Red Dates Longan with Citrus, topped off with zesty notes of mandarin peel. Round off the symphony of flavours with the American Ginseng Brown Sugar Ginger Tea.

Tung Lok’s mooncakes are available until 29 September 2023. For more information, visit www.tunglok.com.

Hai Tien Lo

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with an exquisite array of innovative creations crafted by renowned restaurant Hai Tien Lo. A highlight is the No.1 Tea Baked Mooncake ($90 for box of four), a decadent treat that features a rich infusion of aromatic tea and herbal ingredients. Also on the list of must-try baked varieties are the indulgent Black Sesame Baked Mooncake, the Single Yolk White Lotus Paste Baked Mooncake, and the Double Yolk White Lotus Paste Baked Mooncake.

If you find it difficult to choose just one flavour, consider indulging in all of them with the Four Treasures Baked Mooncake Premium Gift Set. This luxurious set includes a complimentary teapot collection or a bottle of Taittinger Brut Reserve Champagne, elegantly presented in a Hai Tien Lo leatherette bag.

For those with a penchant for snowskin mooncakes, the beloved Mao Shan Wang Durian Snow Skin Mooncake is making a return this year. Additionally, four new and exciting flavours are on offer. Be sure to experience the exclusive Strawberry Paste Hai Tien Lo No.1 Tea Ganache Snow Skin Mooncake, a delicate treat that harmonises the natural sweetness of fruit with the subtle and fragrant notes of tea.

Hai Tien Lo’s mooncakes are available for order on panpacificsingapore.oddle.me/en_SG until 29 September 2023. Collection is available from August 18 to September 29, 2023, between 10 am and 8 pm, at the hotel’s mooncake booth on Level 2 of Pan Pacific Singapore.

The Capitol Kempinski Hotel

Available in classic baked flavours as well as modern snow skin varieties, these petite-sized bites are presented in a two-tier tin box in signature red, featuring the glorious facades of the Capitol Building and Stamford House.

Taking the lead this year is the Egg Yolk White Lotus Paste ($88 per box of eight mini mooncakes). It’s hard to stop at one with these tasty treats, which are filled with luscious lotus paste and feature a golden salted egg yolk at their heart. The Macadamia Nut White Lotus Paste offers a medley of textures, with macadamia nuts studded throughout creamy lotus paste. Other notable additions to the baked selection include the Almond Red Bean Paste and the Walnut White Lotus Paste.

Turn up celebrations a notch by getting The Celestial Collection gift set, which comes with a stylish and chic canvas bag in soft pastel pink or neutral dusty rose–perfect as a carry-on for your daily needs.

The mooncakes are available for orders online at https://shop-capitolkempinski.myshopify.com . Self-collection can be done at the hotel’s Mid-Autumn Boutique from 11am to 8pm, until 29 September 2023.

Four Seasons Hotel Singapore

This year, the hotel has launched a variety of baked and snowskin mooncakes from Jiang-Nan Chun and Nobu Singapore.

The limited edition baked mooncake box is adorned with intricate Chinese peony motifs and patterns; there are two colours to choose from – soft pastel hues of lilac or sky blue. Illuminated from within, the box can be used as a lantern, or repurposed as a unique centrepiece. For the snowskin collection, gift your family and friends the Nobu Mid-Autumn lacquered box. For something special, try Nobu Singapore’s new Miso, Cranberry and White Chocolate wrapped in pretty pink snowskin.

New from Jiang Nan Chun’s baked collection is the Pumpkin Lotus Paste with Dark Chocolate, featuring a velvety smooth pumpkin lotus paste perfectly fused with rich dark chocolate. The hotel is also bringing back the signature Assorted Nuts with Smoked Duck, inspired by Jiang-Nan Chun’s signature mesquite wood-roasted Peking Duck as well as the low-sugar Silver Lotus Paste with Single Yolk and Silver Lotus Paste with Double Yolk. For orders, visit https://shop-fssingapore.myshopify.com/pages/mid-autumn-festival

Fairmont Singapore

Fairmont Singapore’s collection showcases a whole range of traditional baked classics, mini varieties, and delicate handcrafted celestial snowskin mooncakes.

The treats come elegantly packaged in sophisticated Viridian packaging. This year, the line-up of snowskin mooncakes returns with six new innovative flavours. The alcohol-free options include a returning favourite, the Sea Salt Caramel Mooncake. New alcohol-free flavour pairings include the Peach Passion Fruit Mooncake and the Black Sesame Mooncake and the Yuzu Mooncake. Alternatively, enjoy new alcoholic flavours like the Baileys Irish Cream Mooncake (Irish whiskey is perfectly blended with cream and cocoa); the Lychee Martini Mooncake and the unique Grape Soju Mooncake enveloped in lilac-hued snowskin. The ever popular Champagne Truffle and Chocolate Ganache Mooncake also makes a comeback.

The hotel also introduces the Mini Baked Mooncakes. Encased in a box of 9 pieces, mini editions showcase three new flavours: Orange Lotus Paste with Pineapple and Melon Seeds Mooncake, Green Tea with Red Dates and Wolfberries Mooncake,Toffee with Hazelnut Mooncake. The mooncakes will be available for purchase at https://fairmontathome.com/

Text: Eris Choo and Amy Van