Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chinese Brown Sugar Bread, a traditional sweet flatbread known as Guo Kui. These pan-fried treats are filled with a rich Chinese brown sugar mixture, offering a perfect blend of sweet and savory in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (plus more for cooking)
Filling:
- 1/3 cup Chinese brown sugar (or dark brown sugar)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add the warm water while stirring until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Make the Filling: Mix the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Shape and Fill: Divide the dough, flatten into circles, add filling, and seal the edges.
- Cook: Pan-fry the bread until golden and crisp on both sides.
- Serve: Cool slightly before enjoying.
Notes
- Chinese brown sugar adds a rich flavor, but dark brown sugar can be used.
- Best served warm and fresh, reheat in a pan or toaster oven if needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bread
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
