Creative Ways to Cook with 20g sugar – Recipes You Haven’t Tried

Shake up your routine with these unexpected yet delicious 20g sugar recipes — fun, easy, and full of flavour.

Recipes with 20g sugar

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Super juicy raw meat buns

~~When I was preparing the recipe for steamed buns, I was nervous - although I have a dim sum chef certificate, can I really teach you how to make steamed buns? It was not until I drank three bowls of wine and sang "Courage" loudly that I suddenly realized: the joy of food is to try it yourself! After all, homemade steamed buns are about the smell of fireworks, and you are not going to participate in a competition, so why bother? ~~In fact, every time I look at the steamed buns just out of the pot, they are white and plump, and the thin skin and large fillings are full of fresh fragrance. Even the children in the neighborhood chase after me and say they want to learn from me! With the help of this wine and the enthusiasm of the children, I will serve the steaming hot tutorial here~ If it is not perfect, I hope you kitchen friends will bear with me! The recipe made 16.

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Oreo Salted Cream Cake (Roll)

This Oreo salted cream chocolate roll is a perfect surprise for your taste buds! The rich aroma of Valrhona chocolate permeates the entire cake base, with a dense and moist texture, each bite both satisfying and delicate. The Oreo salted cream in the center is the soul of the cake; the savory cream coats the crunchy cookie crumbs, creating a perfectly balanced sweet and salty flavor—a true delicacy for everyone. The ease of making this cake roll is a major plus. It only takes 20 minutes to bake, significantly faster than the often hour-long baking time of other cakes. Moreover, this salted cream recipe is incredibly simple, virtually foolproof, and a guaranteed delicious treat that everyone who tries it will adore.

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Coconut Mini Tarts

The freshly baked crust is so crispy it crumbles, and the aroma of coconut fills your nose with every bite. The coconut filling inside is tender and sweet, and one bite brings you pure bliss!

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Dragon fruit and orange jelly

Dragon fruit and orange jelly is an essential dish for the New Year's Eve dinner table. Its vibrant red color symbolizes prosperity, and the oranges 🍊 represent good fortune. It's visually appealing, delicious, and fun – a favorite among children.

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lye bread

Its appearance is truly remarkable! The brown-red crust is shiny and glossy, and the black sesame filling appears at the cut, resembling a flower. The crust is slightly chewy on the outside, yet soft and fluffy on the inside, and the sesame filling is fragrant and rich. It's like a homemade pastry made by our elders—simple yet flavorful, a true home-cooked delicacy. The sweetness of life is all in this bread.

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Double-flavored crispy bean salad

This dish is mainly made of vegetables and beans, contains almost no fat and is low in calories. It is suitable for people who are losing weight or want to control their diet. It can provide a sense of fullness without consuming too many calories. ​ - Antioxidant and health-promoting: Quercetin in onions and vitamin C in cucumbers are both antioxidants that can help remove free radicals in the body. Phytosterols in soybeans can also help lower blood cholesterol and have certain benefits for cardiovascular health.

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Savory pork floss salad soft buns

pork floss, chives, and cheese. Just looking at them reveals how delicious they'll taste. When you're in a hurry in the morning, grabbing one is super convenient. The bread is soft, and with one bite, the salty flavor of the pork floss, the crispy chives, and the creamy cheese all explode in your mouth. The more you chew, the more delicious it becomes. It's truly fragrant, and there's no need to bother with the right combination. Finish one and keep another in your pocket for the day—a perfect breakfast and afternoon tea for a working person, right? 😀

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Soft and fragrant black sesame toast (savory flavor)

This black sesame toast is absolutely delicious! The moment you tear it open, a rich sesame aroma wafts out, mingling with the scent of wheat and filling your nostrils. The toast is soft and fluffy, springing back gently when squeezed. It's moist and not dry, with a delicate texture and a slight chewiness. Every bite reveals finely chopped sesame seeds, making it increasingly fragrant with each chew. It's also packed with nutrients: rich in calcium, iron, and vitamin E, it helps replenish blood and promotes bowel regularity. With no added ingredients, it's a healthy and satisfying choice, perfect for breakfast with yogurt or as an afternoon snack.

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Matcha Cream Cake Roll

Matcha cream cake rolls have always been a favorite for many, perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, meeting friends, or taking to gatherings with girlfriends. It has a delicate matcha aroma with a slightly bitter tea flavor, which balances the sweetness of the cream, making it not cloying at all. The cake itself is soft and fluffy like a cloud, melting in your mouth. The cream is delicate and refreshing. Homemade with high-quality ingredients, it's reassuring to use them. Every bite is a refreshing tea flavor, bringing pure bliss. Its appearance is also captivating, with a light matcha green outer shell. Slicing it reveals even cake layers and light green cream, making it incredibly appetizing. Foodies will definitely be asking for the recipe.

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walnut, sesame, peanut brocade rolls (packets)

The filling blends the rich, mellow aroma of black sesame powder, the crunchy grains of peanuts and walnuts, and the gentle sweetness of milk powder. The multifaceted flavors intertwine, each bite offering a nutty crunch and the richness of sesame, a sweet yet non-cloying experience. The dough is also infused with black sesame powder. After steaming, the aroma of wheat permeates the air, mingling with the scorched aroma of sesame. The soft dough envelops the generous filling. One bite is filled with a soft exterior and fragrant interior. The richness of sesame, the crunch of nuts, and the aroma of milk are a comforting blend from nose to taste. It's a perfect fusion of traditional pastry and nutty flavors, incredibly delicious. By the time I realized it, my stomach was already swollen. The sight of the scale instantly sobered me up—but then I thought, trading three sweet, soft sesame and nut snacks for a solid meal is a real bargain! After all, the dough is so chewy and the filling is so flavorful, it would be a shame not to eat enough.