Cute aesthetic food

🥞 𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 🥞 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons milk ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional) ¼ cup all-purpose flour (fluffed, spooned, and leveled) ¼ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon white vinegar (or lemon juice) 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Oil for cooking Optional toppings: Sweetened whipped cream Assorted berries Powdered sugar Maple syrup Sweetened whipped cream (optional): ½ cup heavy cream (cold) 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (more or less to taste)

Picture soft, pillowy mochi skins hugging a luscious pumpkin puree filling, each one transformed into a charming pumpkin or an adorable ghost, where traditional Japanese confectionery meets Halloween whimsy.

I first tried Japanese Melon Pan in a Japanese coffee bakery shop in Sydney. I loved the cute look of the bread and the taste was really yummy and unforgettable. I attempted to make it at home and it turned out awesome. I also made the turtle in more colors besides the traditional one.