Haitanggao is cooked in molds on a stove. [Photo provided to english.snd.gov.cn]
The pastry is often stuffed with sweetened bean paste, meat, sunflower seeds, and sugar, and gains its reputation and popularity for its softness outside and sweetness inside. [Photo provided to english.snd.gov.cn]
A baker selling haitanggao sets out new pastries at a booth along a street in Luzhi ancient town. [Photo provided to english.snd.gov.cn]
