How to make cakes smile
In the past 10 days, the discussion about pastry making has continued to rise across the Internet. In particular, the traditional pastry "Open Smile" has become a hot topic due to its crispy and sweet taste. This article will combine the latest hot topics to introduce in detail how to make an open smile, and attach structured data for reference.
1. Top 5 hot topics in the pastry category on the Internet in the past 10 days
| Ranking | Topic keywords | Search volume (10,000) | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Traditional pastry replica | 128.5 | Douyin/Xiaohongshu |
| 2 | How to laugh when you open your mouth | 89.3 | Baidu/Weibo |
| 3 | Low sugar version of Chinese dim sum | 76.8 | B station/down kitchen |
| 4 | Deep fried pastry tips | 62.1 | Zhihu/Kuaishou |
| 5 | Must-have snacks for Spring Festival | 57.4 | WeChat/Taobao |
2. Core points of making a smile
According to the latest video experimental data from food blogger @老fashioned dim sum research institute, there are three key elements to successfully making a smile:
| elements | Standard requirements | Common mistakes |
|---|---|---|
| Dough moisture | Moisture content 22%-25% | Overdrying causes uneven cracking |
| Oil temperature control | 160-170℃ optimal | High temperature causes surface burnt |
| Sesame sticks | Need to press to embed | Simply roll and stick, easy to fall off |
3. Detailed production steps
1.Material preparation(Refer to Xiaohongshu’s 100,000+ likes recipe)
| Material | Dosage | alternative |
|---|---|---|
| all-purpose flour | 200g | Low-gluten flour + high-gluten flour 1:1 |
| white sugar | 50g | Sugar substitute needs to be reduced by 20% |
| eggs | 1 piece (about 50g) | Duck eggs increase crispiness |
| Sesame | 30g | Black and white sesame mix |
2.Production process
① Sift and mix flour and baking powder (2g), add eggs and corn oil (20g) and mix into a dough, let it rise for 15 minutes
② Roll into cylindrical strips with a diameter of 2cm, and cut into small 1.5cm pieces (a popular technique on Douyin: round the palm of your hand to make it more even)
③ After moistening with water, roll the sesame seeds in and press firmly to ensure they stick firmly.
④ Heat 60% of the oil in the pan, maintain medium-low heat and fry until natural cracking (about 3 minutes)
⑤ Remove and drain the oil, let cool and then seal and store
4. Summary of netizens’ actual test experience
| Problem phenomenon | solution | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Unsightly cracking | The dough needs to be fully proofed | B station UP main evaluation |
| Sesame falls off | Use cooked sesame seeds + egg white to adhere instead | Weibo Food Super Chat |
| Hard taste | Improved by adding 5g lard | Kitchen APP |
5. Innovative change plan
Three improvements that have become popular recently:
• Purple sweet potato flavor (added 30g purple sweet potato powder, Douyin views exceeded 5 million)
• Onion-flavored savory version (replace the white sugar with salt + chopped green onion, Xiaohongshu collection 8.2w)
• Air fryer version (180℃ for 12 minutes, fuel-saving and healthy)
By mastering these points, you can make traditional snacks that are golden, crispy, and smiley. It is recommended to monitor the oil temperature throughout the first production process and use a food thermometer for more accuracy. Welcome to share your works on social platforms to participate in the #TRADITIONAL DUMMY CHALLENGE# hot topic!
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