Shuang Pi Nai: Delicious Double Skin Milk

Do you like double skin milk(Shuang Pi Nai)?

Double skin milk, or Shuang Pi Nai in Chinese, is a widely known dessert that originated in south China’s Guangdong Province. Its history could be traced back to the Qing Dynasty (1636–1912). Rather than a snack indigenous to Beijing, double-skin milk is a Cantonese dessert originating in Shunde during the Qing Dynasty.

The dessert was composed primarily of water and milk and then gradually spread through Beijing. Today, the east section of Jingyang Hutong preserves tall Chinese scholar trees and residential bungalows featuring dark-grey clay bricks and cement facades, which help visitors find inner peace. Order a bowl of double-skin milk at a snack store in Jingyang Hutong to make dreams come true through the sweet taste.

The double skin milk can be eaten with a variety of different toppings, the most common of which are red bean paste, nuts, or fruits. When you eat the dessert, you must first break through the delicate layers of milk skin with your tongue. Only then can you taste the light, silky milk custard that lies underneath. The unique contrast of texture between the thick, creamy outer skin and the smooth yet fragrant lower skin accentuates the robust flavors of the dish. The combined taste of the skins and the velvety, sweet custard makes the dessert irresistible once you take the first bite.

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