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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 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Puff Pastry

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)
    Cut the puff pastry sheet in half
  • Place a tangyuan on puff pastry, and wrap the puff pastry around the tangyuan. Seal the side by crimping with a fork.
    Place a tangyuan on puff pastry
  • Place them in the fry basket and insert them into the air fryer. Cook at 200°C for 20 minutes.
    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
    Serve the Puff Pastry Black Sesame Tangyuan
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Taiwanese
Keyword: sweet rice balls, black sesame filling, air fryer dessert