Walnut cream dessert 核桃酪
Walnut cream dessert is featured among the local specialties of Beijing.
Ground walnuts create a silky, nutty sweet preparation. Order a small warm bowl for a gentle finish to a meal.
How it is made
Walnuts are ground finely and cooked with water and sugar into a smooth dessert; some versions use rice to give the mixture body. Careful grinding and gentle heating keep the texture even.
Flavour & texture
The result is softly nutty and spoonable, with a mellow sweetness rather than a crunchy walnut bite.
Local roots & traditions
Walnut luo is found among Beijing's traditional sweet preparations, with consistency varying from a drinkable cream to a thicker bowl.
How to order Walnut cream dessert
Choose a warm serving and taste before adding any extra sugar.
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Questions before you order
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Show 核桃酪 for Walnut cream dessert. Choose a warm serving and taste before adding any extra sugar.
Sources & reading
Recipes and servings vary between kitchens.