10 Classic Hong Kong Snacks You Must Try – From Ma Jai and Egg Rolls to Walnut Cookies

Traditional pastries and snacks are more than just food—they’re part of Hong Kong’s collective memory. Whether you’re a lifelong local or a first-time visitor, these nostalgic treats offer a unique way to savor the city’s rich culinary heritage. In this article, we present 10 classic Hong Kong-style snacks—from crispy egg rolls and chewy Ma Jai to fragrant walnut cookies—that have stood the test of time and continue to delight with every bite.

1. Egg Rolls

Egg rolls are perhaps the most iconic of all traditional Hong Kong snacks. With their golden, flaky texture and rich eggy aroma, they’re hard to resist. Kee Wah Bakery uses only the finest ingredients—fresh eggs, premium butter, and quality flour—to create these delicately layered rolls. The classic butter flavor is a fan favorite, but they also offer variations like coconut, black sesame, coffee, seaweed, and extra dark chocolate. The metal tin packaging keeps them crisp and fresh—perfect for gifting or snacking anytime.

Kee Wah Egg Rolls (400g)
Price: $118/tin
https://keewah.com/en/eggrolls-new.html

2. Sweet Crispies

Also known as Sakima, Sweet Crispies are a beloved old-school sweet snack known for its chewy texture and rich egg flavor. Kee Wah’s version includes Black Sugar Sweet Crispies, made with high-quality black sugar, flour, eggs, sesame seeds, honey, and syrup—offering a deep caramel-like taste. For a healthier option, the Low Sugar Maltitol Sweet Crispies replaces refined sugar with maltitol, adding a subtle cane aroma.

Kee Wah Sweet Crispies (4 pcs)
Price: $26/pack
https://keewah.com/en/sweet-crispies-4pcs.html

3. Chinese Date & Walnut Cake

A traditional snack with both flavor and nutritional value, Chinese Date & Walnut Cake is soft, chewy, and full of rich jujube flavor. Kee Wah uses top-grade black dates and walnuts, which are not only delicious but also known for their health benefits—dates help boost energy and blood circulation, while walnuts are rich in unsaturated fats.

Kee Wah Black Date Candy with Walnut (10 pcs)
Price: $35/pack
https://keewah.com/en/blackdatecandywithwalnut10pcs.html

4. Mini Walnut Cookies

These crumbly, golden-brown cookies resemble walnuts in shape and offer a rich, nutty aroma. Kee Wah’s Mini Walnut Cookies are perfectly crisp and made with a health-conscious mini size. Their outer layer is beautifully baked, while the interior is light, subtly sweet, and melts in your mouth.

Kee Wah City Collection Mini Walnut Cookies Gift Box (10 pcs)
Price: $40/box
https://keewah.com/en/hong-kong-city-collection-mini-walnut-cookies-10-pcs.html

5. Almond Crisps

Golden and crunchy, almond crisps combine the buttery richness of New Zealand butter with the delicate crunch of sliced almonds. Kee Wah offers both original butter and chocolate varieties, each sprinkled with a light sugar coating and baked to golden perfection. Open the pack and you’ll be greeted with a wave of nutty fragrance and a satisfying texture.

Kee Wah Almond Crisps (6 pcs)
Price: $29/pack
https://keewah.com/en/almond-crisp.html

6. Desiccated Coconut Egg Albumen Cookies

A delightful East-meets-West treat, these piped coconut egg white cookies recall the classic James biscuits from childhood. The subtle sweetness of shredded coconut enhances the eggy richness of the cookie without overpowering it. Light, crisp, and delicately flavored, they’re hard to stop at just one.

Kee Wah Desiccated Coconut Egg Albumen Cookies (90g)
Price: $21.5/pack
https://keewah.com/en/desiccated-coconut-egg-albumen-cookies.html

7. Chinese Egg Cookies

A nostalgic snack from the 1960s and 70s, Chinese Egg Cookies are small, round, and slightly domed—resembling smooth little Go pieces. While they may look simple, Kee Wah’s version is anything but. Each bite delivers a burst of sweetness, egg flavor, and crunch.

Kee Wah Chinese Egg Cookies (118g)
Price: $23/pack
https://keewah.com/en/chinese-egg-cookies-118g.html

8. Phoenix Rolls

A unique take on the classic egg roll, Phoenix Rolls are flattened and typically filled with sweet coconut—symbolizing good fortune and peace. Kee Wah expands on tradition with modern twists, offering seaweed pork floss and Earl Grey tea flavors. The textures are rich and layered, with buttery outer shells and flavorful fillings.

Kee Wah Phoenix Rolls (6 pcs)
Price: $24.5 and up/pack
https://keewah.com/en/phoenix-rolls-6pcs.html

9. Chinese Ginger Cookies

Unlike Western-style gingerbread, Chinese ginger cookies are golden and mildly spicy with real ginger chunks. Kee Wah continues to preserve this traditional recipe using specially prepared plum-infused ginger, baked to a crumbly finish. A rare find nowadays, these cookies offer both warmth and crunch.

Kee Wah Chinese Ginger Cookies (120g)
Price: $28.5/pack
https://keewah.com/en/ginger-cookies-120g.html

10. Almond Biscuits

No list of Hong Kong traditional snacks is complete without almond biscuits. Kee Wah’s version combines high-quality mung bean flour and whole almonds, baked in the classic way. With a crumbly texture and nutty aroma, each biscuit delivers a satisfying crunch and a mild sweetness.

Kee Wah Almond Biscuits (8 pcs)
Price: $33/pack
https://keewah.com/en/almond-biscuits-8pcs.html

From crunchy to chewy, sweet to savory, these 10 nostalgic Hong Kong snacks offer more than just great taste—they’re a trip down memory lane. Whether you're rediscovering childhood favorites or exploring traditional flavors for the first time, Kee Wah Bakery's classic offerings are the perfect place to start.