Beijing Dunbobó (Chubby Pastry)

Beijing Dunbobó (Chubby Pastry) is one of the traditional pastries in old Beijing. Its simple, chubby, round shape gives it its name. The production ingredients are simple, mainly including flour, white sugar, yeast, etc. Mix flour, white sugar, yeast, and an appropriate amount of warm water, and knead it into a smooth dough. Let it ferment in a warm place until the dough expands in volume. Divide the fermented dough into evenly - sized small pieces, roll them into balls, and then press them slightly to form a chubby shape. Brush a layer of water on the surface and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Then bake or fry it in an oven or a flat pan. The baked Dunbobó has a golden color, and the aroma of the sesame seeds on the surface is irresistible. It has a firm, chewy texture, with a moderate sweetness. The more you chew, the more you can taste the aroma of wheat and the subtle sweetness. Its simple flavor is truly memorable. In the past, when resources were scarce, Dunbobó was a favorite snack for children and a common food for old Beijingers to satisfy their hunger. Today, it still stands out among Beijing’s traditional snacks, carrying the life memories of old Beijingers.