Addictive Nibbles Commonly Munched On During CNY!

With 2021 approaching, this also means that CNY is near, falling on 12 February 202 next year. Expect gatherings with relatives you only see once a year, seeing lots of red everywhere, giving or receiving of hong baos and of course, indulging in CNY snacks. Here’s a list of 8 commonly munched on CNY nibbles you will definitely eat anytime within the 15 days of CNY celebration!

White Rabbit Milk Candy

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Although this is not strictly a CNY only snack as it’s available all year round, you’ll definitely consume this chewy milk-flavoured candy at least once during CNY since it has become a tradition over the years for many families to stock up on this White Rabbit Milk Candy for home visitings. 

Love Letters (Kueh Kapit)

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Love Letters, also known as Kueh Kapit, are circular thin crispy wafers made from coconut milk, rice, tapioca flour, eggs and sugar. It is then either folded into quarters or rolled while the cooked batter is still warm. It is believed that this snack was a way for lovebirds to communicate in olden times.

Honey Cornflakes

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Honey Cornflakes, as suggested from the name, are made from only honey and cornflakes then baked in tiny baking paper cups. This is one of the snacks kids love a lot as it is sweet and melts in your mouth.

Arrowhead Chips

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Arrowhead Chips are only available during CNY, hence it is quite pricey due to its scarcity and deliciousness. It tastes similar to potato chips, but made with arrowhead instead. 

Spicy Dried Shrimp Rolls (Hae Bi Hiam)

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Spicy Dried Shrimp Rolls are made by first frying the filling: tiny dried prawns with hae bi hiam (chili, garlic, and shallots), and then stuffed into miniature spring rolls before getting deep fried.

Kueh Bangkit

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Kueh Bangkit are coconut cookies that look like chalk and is white in colour. The best thing about this snack is that there is no need to chew as these cookies melts in your mouth. Literally. 

Pineapple Tarts

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Pineapple Tarts is a must-have during this festive season. This sweet treat made of butter and crumbly pineapple jam is one of the best combinations ever. Beware, it’s super addictive that you might find yourself finishing the whole tub in one seating!

Bak Kwa

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Bak Kwa is a salty and sweet marinated pork that is pressed into thin layers, cut into squares, then flame-grilled. It is similar to pork jerky, but barbecued. As it’s an expensive food, it became a popular snack to have during CNY for families to welcome prosperity for the coming year and offer luxurious gifts for friends and family.

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