10 Traditional Desserts To Try On Your Hong Kong Trip

Waquar Habib

Egg Tarts

Egg Tarts are iconic pastries that feature a buttery, flaky crust filled with creamy egg custard. The perfect blend of sweet and savoury, these tarts are often enjoyed with tea.

An assortment of delicious Egg Tarts | Shutterstock

Mango Pomelo Sago

Mango Pomelo Sago is a refreshing dessert made with mango, pomelo, sago pearls, and coconut milk. This delightful mix of sweet, tangy, and creamy flavours is a must-try.

Hong Kong's Mango Pomelo Sago | Shutterstock

Steamed Milk Pudding

Steamed Milk Pudding is a silky pudding made from milk, sugar, and egg whites, steamed to perfection. It can be enjoyed hot or cold, often with a drizzle of sweet syrup.

Traditional Steamed Milk Pudding | Shutterstock

Egg Waffles

Egg Waffles are a popular street snack in Hong Kong. These waffles are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and they come in various flavours like chocolate, matcha, and even savoury options.

Delicious Egg Waffles from Hong Kong | Shutterstock

Tofu Pudding

Tofu Pudding is a smooth and soft bean curd dessert that can be served either hot or cold. It’s typically topped with brown sugar syrup or ginger juice.

Classic Tofu Pudding from Hong Kong | Shutterstock

Tong Yuen

Tong Yuen are glutinous rice balls filled with sweet pastes like black sesame, peanuts, or red beans. They are served in a sweet ginger syrup, making them a comforting dessert.

A delicious serving of Tong Yuen | Shutterstock

Black Sesame Soup

Black Sesame Soup is a warm, thick soup made from ground black sesame seeds, sugar, and water. Rich and nutty, this dessert is perfect for a comforting treat.

Black Sesame Soup from Hong Kong | Shutterstock

Red Bean Soup

Red Bean Soup is a sweet soup made from red beans, sugar, and sometimes coconut milk. It’s often served with small glutinous rice balls, adding a delightful texture.

Red Bean Soup from Hong Kong | Shutterstock

Pineapple Bun with Butter

Pineapple Bun with Butter, despite its name, doesn’t contain pineapple. It’s a soft bun with a sugary, crispy top, often served with a thick slice of butter inside.

Hong Kong's famous Pineapple Bun with Butter | Shutterstock

Coconut Milk Pudding

Coconut Milk Pudding is a light and refreshing dessert made from coconut milk, sugar, and agar-agar. Usually served chilled and cut into bite-sized pieces, this dessert is perfect for a hot day.

Healthy Coconut Milk Pudding | Shutterstock

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