Discover the ultimate texture contrast with this Crispy Puff Pastry Wrapped Tangyuan, a brilliant Asian fusion dessert that marries the buttery, flaky layers of classic French pastry with the nostalgic, molten sweetness of Chinese glutinous rice balls. This ‘Boba-meets-Croissant’ style treat features a shatteringly crisp exterior that gives way to a warm, gooey black sesame lava center. Using just two store-bought ingredients, this recipe is a masterclass in temperature and timing, ensuring the pastry turns golden brown just as the tangyuan reaches its perfect, flowy consistency. Whether you are celebrating the Lunar New Year or simply looking for an exotic, easy-to-make sweet treat for your next party, this creative baking hack delivers a professional, cafe-quality result with minimal effort.

Puff Pastry Black Sesame Tangyuan (Sweet Rice Ball)

Puff Pastry Black Sesame Tangyuan is a creative twist on a classic Taiwanese dessert. Traditionally, tangyuan — sweet glutinous rice balls filled with black sesame paste — are served in warm sweet soup. But in this version, we wrap them in flaky puff pastry and cook them in the air fryer until golden and crisp.

The result? A delightful fusion of textures: crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, with a rich, nutty black sesame filling that oozes with every bite. It’s fast, fun, and incredibly satisfying — no soup needed.

Perfect as a snack, festive treat, or modern take on traditional flavors, these pastry-wrapped tangyuan are sure to surprise and delight.

Servings 4 pieces

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

4 Black sesame tangyuan (Or you can choose peanut flavor)
4 Puff pastry (12*12 cm)

Instructions

Cut the puff pastry sheet in half. (12*6 cm)
Place a tangyuan on puff pastry, and wrap the puff pastry around the tangyuan. Seal the side by crimping with a fork.
Place them in the fry basket and insert them into the air fryer. Cook at 200°C for 20 minutes.
Serve the Puff Pastry Black Sesame Tangyuan. Finish and enjoy

Calories: 210kcal

Course: Snack

Cuisine: Taiwanese

Keyword: sweet rice balls, black sesame filling, air fryer dessert, Black Sesame Puff Pastry, Asian Sweet Rice Balls

Cooking & Storage Tips

Serve hot and fresh. Best enjoyed right after air frying. Do not store for too long after cooking, as pastry may soften. Freeze uncooked ones and air fry when needed.

Tools & equipment you may need

Air Fryer

Seletion

Puff Pastry

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Last Updated on 2026-04-23

Crispy Puff Pastry Tangyuan with Black Sesame Lava Center