Mooncake Pre-Order Guide: Baked vs Snowskin, and How to Choose

Mooncakes are a Mid-Autumn tradition shared with family and friends. If you are choosing between baked and snowskin, here is a quick comparison.

Baked skin mooncakes

These have a golden, glossy crust with a classic pattern pressed on top. The skin is firm when freshly baked and becomes softer after a day or two, as the oil from the filling settles in. This is why many bakers let them rest before boxing. Fillings are usually rich pastes such as lotus or red bean, sometimes with nuts.

Snowskin mooncakes

Snowskin mooncakes are not baked. The skin is soft and slightly chewy, a little like mochi, and the fillings tend to be lighter. Popular choices include pandan custard and chocolate. They are served chilled and need to stay refrigerated until just before eating.

How to choose

• For traditional family gatherings: baked mooncakes, which keep their shape well for gifting.
• For younger guests and parties: snowskin, with softer texture and creamy flavours.
• For gifting: a mixed box lets the recipient try both styles.

Mooncakes are meant to be shared

Mooncakes are rich, so they are usually cut into wedges and shared with tea. One box goes a long way for a family of four to six.

When to pre-order

We bake mooncakes in small batches, so please order early. Browse our flavours on the mooncakes page, then message us with the number of boxes and your preferred pickup date.