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Buying Chinese snacks can be surprisingly difficult. Packaging often features appealing flavour descriptions, large weights or terms such as “less sugar”, while the most important information is shown in smaller print. Looking for Chinese biscuits, Chinese pastries or snacks from China to enjoy at home, give as a gift or serve on a special occasion? Pay particular attention to the ingredients, serving size, allergens and storage instructions.
A bag weighing almost 500 grams may seem attractively priced, but check how many individual portions it contains and how long the product can be kept after opening. Sachima and other soft pastries retain their texture better when individually wrapped or stored in an airtight container.
A product with less sugar may still contain relatively high levels of fat or carbohydrates. So look at the nutritional value per 100 grams, rather than just the front of the packaging. For example, HSU FU CHI Sachima Reduced Sugar lists 12 grams of sugar per 100 grams, but also 28.7 grams of fat and 491 kcal.
Not all sweet Chinese snacks are suitable for storage in a kitchen cupboard. Mooncakes and biscuits are generally stored in a cool, dry place, while dim sum snacks such as steamed buns are often frozen. Also check whether a product only needs reheating or must be thoroughly heated before eating.
Read the ingredients list before ordering Chinese biscuits or pastries. Many products contain wheat or gluten, egg, milk, soya, sesame, peanuts or nuts. Snacks containing salted egg yolk often include egg, sometimes together with milk and wheat.
Also pay attention to where an ingredient appears in the list. Ingredients are normally listed in descending order by quantity. A product with a red bean, nut or egg yolk filling may therefore vary in flavour intensity and texture, depending on the proportion of that filling.
Individual packaging is practical for the office, when travelling or for a party table. It also helps preserve a crisp texture for longer after opening the outer packaging. For a family or as a gift, packs containing several pieces are often more convenient than small bags.
Do not compare only the price per pack, but also the price per 100 grams. A 72-gram pack, such as some Chinese biscuits, is ideal for trying a flavour before committing to a larger quantity. Larger packs weighing 320 to 526 grams are better suited to sharing or serving a snack with tea or coffee regularly.
Always check the instructions on the product page and packaging:
The nutritional values below are product details taken from the supplied product information. The flavour and texture descriptions are based on the brand’s product description; they are not independent claims about performance or quality.
Why it suits this shopper: The small pack is handy when you want to try a new flavour without immediately buying a large quantity. The product description states that it contains at least 9% chocolate.
The portion size is clear and the ingredients list states the chocolate content explicitly. This lets you see what you are buying instead of relying solely on the flavour name.
72 grams, ready to eat and suitable as a snack or dessert. Contains wheat, soya and milk.
Why it suits this shopper: These Chinese mooncakes come in a pack of six and combine a 57.94% nut filling with a salted egg yolk centre. They are well suited to a gift or a shared tea-time treat.
The product information specifies the filling, number of pieces and allergens such as wheat, egg, soya, nuts and sesame.
360 grams, six portions and a sweet-and-savoury combination. Consume immediately after opening.
Why it suits this shopper: This frozen product is designed for dim sum fans who want to prepare steamed Chinese buns at home. The salted egg yolk filling becomes warm and runny when cooked.
The preparation instructions are clear: do not defrost; steam for 8 to 10 minutes instead. This prevents a frozen product from accidentally being eaten as a ready-to-eat snack.
240 grams, prepared from frozen and containing 12% salted egg yolk according to the product information. Contains wheat, egg and milk.
Why it suits this shopper: The rice crackers are ready to eat and, according to the product description, individually wrapped. This makes them suitable for sharing with coffee, tea or at a casual get-together.
The packaging states the 200-gram weight, individual sachets and egg as an allergen. It also recommends sealing the bag tightly to preserve the crisp texture.
Rice as the main ingredient, 200 grams of product and portion packaging. The nutritional information lists 700 mg of sodium per 100 grams.
We have compiled a complete, up-to-date list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and the applicable European safety regulations.
You can search online by snack type, flavour, weight and storage method. Before ordering, check the ingredients, allergens, best-before date and delivery conditions. For snacks from China, the country of origin and the responsible party are also useful product details.
It varies by product. Store ambient snacks according to the packaging in a cool, dry place, and seal the bag tightly after opening. Individually wrapped products are practical when you are not going to eat them all at once. Always check the date on the packaging, as it may vary from batch to batch.
Some Chinese pastries are ready to eat, while frozen products must be prepared. For example, Freshasia Salted Yolk Custard Bun must be steamed from frozen. A mooncake or biscuit is generally ready to serve, but always check the usage instructions on the product page.
