Haw Flakes - 10 Rolls (3.17 Oz) Traditional Chinese Fruit Candy

Since moving to another state, it has become difficult to find Asian snacks that I grew up eating. I grew up snacking on these fruit tasting pog shaped snack, but it became less common on stores as I grew up. So, when I saw it on Amazon I had to place an order. It was delivered undamaged and taste just as a I remembered. It wasn't too sweet and doesn't have strong smell. I like that it isn't too expensive because my family did consume it in less than 24 hours.

Haw flakesA roll of haw flakes and a haw flakeOriginAlternative name(s) Saan Zaa BengPlace of origin ChinaDetailsType ConfectioneryMain ingredient(s) Chinese hawthorn fruitHaw flakesTraditional Chinese 山楂餅Simplified Chinese 山查饼HistoryHaw flakes are manufactured in China and are available in many parts of Asia. There has been very little change in the recipe or taste from the original version.TasteHaw flakes are reminiscent of dried pineapple slices or raisins with a slight tang of guava. The candy is soft and chewy with a fruity sweetness and a slight chalky texture. By comparison to other dried fruit sold as confectionery, they are relatively inexpensive.VarietyThe new Haw Flakes packagingGourmet haw flakes are also available at specialty Chinese markets. Gourmet haw flakes tend to be larger than the Shandong haw flakes (gourmet haw flakes are about 35-40 mm in diameter whereas the Shandong haw flakes are about 25 mm in diameter.)RegulationHaw flakes have been seized on several occasions by the United States Food and Drug Administration for containing Ponceau 4R (E124, Acid Red 18), an unapproved artificial coloring.[2][3]^ RTHK.org. "RTHK.org." Bitter but healing. Retrieved on 2009-05-31.^ "Enforcement Report for August 29, 2001". FDA Enforcement Report. United States Food and Drug Administration. Archived from the original on 2007-06-13. Retrieved 2007-07-02.^ "Enforcement Report for August 16, 2000". FDA Enforcement Report. United States Food and Drug Administration. Archived from the original on 2007-06-11. Retrieved 2007-07-02.

Reminds me of my childhood. Just a good small flavor snack.

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Tastes great. Just like how I remember it. But the circles are wayyyy smaller than they should be. The dimensions should be mentioned, because I expected the regular size haw flakes.

Not like what I remember these to be, but the flavor was nostalgic nonetheless. I think this better fits a sweeter American palate.

Just like I remember from Chinatown. Delicious and great value.

These came fresh! The cost was 4.55. Taste wise-they are slightly tangy and tart with a nice sweetness and soft crunch. They’re delicious! If you’ve never tried Hawthorne berry candy before these are novel and a fun introduction to Chinese candies.