Mid-Autumn Festival is a meaningful time of reunion, where mooncakes become a symbol of connection and sharing. With the desire to bring a refined and modern experience, Annam Gourmet introduces a mooncake recipe using an air fryer – a convenient solution that saves time while still preserving premium flavors. Each mooncake, with its golden crust, smooth filling, and distinctive aroma, will be the perfect gift for your family during the season of togetherness.

1. How to Make Triple-Layer Mung Bean Mooncakes with an Air Fryer

Mung bean mooncakes are beloved for their delicate sweetness and smooth texture. With an air fryer, you can create these cakes at home with a beautiful golden crust and flavorful filling. Below is a step-by-step guide to making triple-layer mung bean mooncakes that are both easy and healthy.

1.1. Ingredients

  • Filling: Hulled mung beans, sugar, cooking oil, pandan extract, malt syrup, salted egg yolks.
  • Dough: All-purpose flour, roasted glutinous rice flour, cooking oil, mooncake syrup.
  • Tools: Air fryer, mooncake molds, pastry brush.

Ingredients

Ingredients for making 3-layer green bean mooncake

1.2. Instructions

1.2.1. Preparing the Filling
Soak mung beans in water for about 3–4 hours. Then steam until fully cooked and grind into a smooth paste. Place the mung bean paste in a pan, stir-fry with sugar, cooking oil, and pandan juice until thick and smooth. Finally, add malt syrup for a glossy finish and a firm texture. Shape the filling into small balls; you may wrap a salted egg yolk inside for extra flavor.

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Put mung beans in a pan, stir-fry with sugar, cooking oil and pandan leaf water until smooth

1.2.2. Shaping the Mooncakes
Divide the dough into small portions and roll each piece flat. Place a filling ball in the center, wrap the dough tightly around it, and roll into a smooth ball. Press into a mold to create delicate patterns. Let the shaped mooncakes rest for about 10 minutes to stabilize before baking.

1.2.3. Baking the Mooncakes
Preheat the air fryer at 180°C for 5 minutes. Arrange the mooncakes inside and bake the first round for 7 minutes. Remove, let them cool slightly, then brush with a thin layer of egg wash mixed with water. Bake again for 8 minutes until the crust turns a beautiful golden brown.

1.2.4. Final Result
The three-layer mung bean mooncake has a golden crust, smooth mung bean filling, a light sweetness, and the fragrant aroma of pandan. The salted egg yolk in the center adds a rich accent, balancing sweet and savory flavors, making it a perfect treat for the Mid-Autumn Festival.

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The finished product is a 3-layer green bean mooncake with a golden crust

If you want to enjoy authentic flavors without baking at home, you can try Annam Gourmet Exclusive Mooncake Pandan Mung Bean with Salted Egg Yolk. This mooncake harmoniously combines creamy mung bean with the refreshing taste of pandan. The golden salted egg yolk in the center adds a gentle savoriness, blending delicately with the light sweetness of the filling. The evenly baked golden crust gives off a subtle aroma, offering a premium culinary experience for the Mid-Autumn celebration.

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Annam Gourmet Exclusive Mooncake Pandan Mung Bean with Salted Egg Yolk

2. How to Make Tiramisu Mooncakes with an Air Fryer

Tiramisu mooncakes are a unique fusion of Asian craftsmanship and European flavors. With an air fryer, you can easily create golden, crisp crusts and creamy fillings at home.

2.1. Ingredients

  • Dough: All-purpose flour, roasted glutinous rice flour, mooncake syrup, oil.
  • Filling: Mung beans, coffee extract, cocoa powder, non-dairy cream, sugar, malt syrup.
  • Egg wash: Egg yolk and unsweetened milk.
  • Tools: Air fryer, mooncake molds, pastry brush.

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Ingredients for Tiramisu mooncake

2.2. Instructions

2.2.1. Making the Mooncake Crust
Mix golden syrup with cooking oil. Then sift in all-purpose flour and roasted glutinous rice flour, kneading until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Wrap the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes before shaping.

Making the Mooncake Crust

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic for the best crust

2.2.2. Preparing the Filling
Steam mung beans until soft, mash them, then stir-fry in a pan with sugar, cooking oil, and malt syrup. Once the mixture thickens, add coffee extract, cocoa powder, and non-dairy cream. Continue stirring until the filling becomes pliable, smooth, and easy to roll.

2.2.3. Preparing the Egg Wash
Beat an egg yolk with a little fresh milk. This mixture will give the mooncakes a golden hue and a smooth, shiny surface after baking.

2.2.4. Baking the Mooncakes
Preheat the air fryer at 180°C for 5 minutes. Place the mooncakes inside and bake the first round for 7 minutes. Allow them to cool slightly, brush with egg wash, then bake again for another 8 minutes until the crust turns evenly golden.

Baking the Mooncakes

Between baking, brush the cake with egg mixture to make the crust shiny and beautiful

2.2.5. Final Result
The tiramisu mooncake has an attractive golden-brown crust and a soft, smooth filling infused with rich coffee aroma. The light creaminess of non-dairy cream blends with the slight bitterness of cocoa and the gentle sweetness of mung beans, creating a refined and novel taste experience.

If you don’t have much time to prepare, you can choose the Annam Gourmet Exclusive Mooncake Coffee Tiramisu (Vegetarian). This is a modern version of the mooncake, combining the bold aroma of roasted coffee with the creamy sweetness of tiramisu. The filling is smooth, rich yet light, perfectly paired with the golden-baked crust.

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Annam Gourmet Exclusive Mooncake Coffee Tiramisu (Vegetarian)

This is an ideal choice for coffee lovers or anyone looking to enjoy a premium mooncake made with plant-based ingredients.

3. How to Make Matcha Lotus Seed Mooncakes with Salted Egg Yolk

The green tea lotus seed mooncake offers a delightful combination of refreshing green tea, creamy lotus seeds, and rich salted egg yolk. With the air fryer mooncake method, you can easily create a delicious treat with a golden, crispy crust without using a traditional oven.

3.1. Ingredients

  • Filling: Lotus seeds, matcha powder, sugar, malt syrup, oil, salted egg yolks.
  • Dough: All-purpose flour, roasted glutinous rice flour, mooncake syrup, oil.
  • Egg wash: Egg yolk and milk.
  • Tools: Air fryer, mooncake molds, pastry brush.

3.2. Instructions

3.2. How to Make Green Tea Lotus Seed Mooncake with Salted Egg Yolk

3.2.1. Preparing the Filling
Cook the lotus seeds until soft, then mash them finely. Place the lotus seed paste into a pan and stir-fry with sugar, cooking oil, and malt syrup. When the filling thickens, add matcha powder to create a natural green color and refreshing flavor. Finally, roll the filling into small balls and wrap a salted egg yolk in the center for a rich, savory taste.

3.2.2. Making the Mooncake Crust
Mix golden syrup with cooking oil. Then sift in all-purpose flour and glutinous rice flour, kneading until the dough becomes soft and smooth. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for about 30 minutes before shaping.

Making the Mooncake Crust

Use mold to shape moon cake

3.2.3. Preparing the Egg Wash
Beat an egg yolk with a little fresh milk. This mixture will give the mooncake crust a glossy golden color after baking.

Brushing the crust with egg mixture will help the crust become golden and shiny after baking

3.2.4. Baking the Mooncakes
Preheat the air fryer at 180°C for 5 minutes. Arrange the mooncakes inside and bake the first round for 7 minutes. Remove and let them cool slightly, then brush with the egg wash. Continue baking for another 8 minutes until the crust turns golden and aromatic.

3.2.5. Final Result
The green tea lotus seed mooncake with salted egg yolk has a crispy golden crust, smooth green filling, and a gentle sweetness. The nutty lotus seeds blend perfectly with the refreshing matcha, while the salted egg yolk in the center adds a savory balance. This is a wonderful choice to enjoy during the Mid-Autumn Festival, especially if you want to try making mooncakes with an air fryer at home.

4. How to Make Traditional Mixed Nuts Mooncakes with an Air Fryer

Mixed nuts mooncakes are a timeless favorite, known for their rich, complex filling. With an air fryer, they’re easy to make at home while maintaining authentic flavors.

4.1. Ingredients

  • Dough: Flour, roasted glutinous rice flour, mooncake syrup, oil.
  • Filling: Pumpkin seeds, melon seeds, sesame, candied winter melon, candied lotus seeds, Chinese sausage, sugared lard, lime leaves, salted egg yolks.
  • Binding: Roasted rice flour, malt syrup, Chinese rose wine.
  • Egg wash: Egg yolk and milk.

Ingredients for the filling include pumpkin seeds, melon seeds, roasted sesame seeds, pumpkin jam, lotus jam, Chinese sausage, lard, chopped lemon leaves, and salted eggs

4.2. Instructions

4.2.1. Making the Mooncake Crust
Mix golden syrup with cooking oil. Then add all-purpose flour and glutinous rice flour, kneading until the dough is smooth and elastic. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for about 30 minutes to make shaping easier.

4.2.2. Preparing the Filling
Roast pumpkin seeds, melon seeds, and sesame until fragrant. Then mix them with candied winter melon, candied lotus seeds, diced Chinese sausage, and candied pork fat. Add finely sliced lime leaves for a distinctive aroma. Drizzle in malt syrup and Chinese rose wine, stirring until the filling binds together. Finally, divide the filling into portions and wrap a salted egg yolk in the center.

4.2.3. Baking the Mooncakes
Preheat the air fryer at 180°C for 5 minutes. Place the mooncakes inside and bake the first round for about 7 minutes. Remove and let them cool slightly, then brush with beaten egg yolk. Bake again for another 8–10 minutes until the crust turns evenly golden and aromatic.

4.2.4. Final Result
The mixed nuts mooncake has an enticing golden-brown crust and a fragrant, nutty filling with seeds, candied fruits, and sausage. The salted egg yolk in the center adds a savory balance and depth of flavor. This is a perfect choice for those who want to enjoy traditional taste through making mooncakes with an air fryer at home.

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Mooncake with mixed fillings has an attractive golden brown crust

With these six recipes, making mooncakes with an air fryer has become easier and more convenient than ever. Simply prepare quality ingredients and follow the steps to enjoy delicious, beautiful mooncakes with your loved ones. To elevate the flavor even more, you can find premium and diverse ingredients at Annam Gourmet, a trusted destination for those who love refined cuisine. Try it today and create meaningful, one-of-a-kind mooncakes by your own hands.

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