What is gukhwa-ppang?

Gukhwa-ppang is a Korean pastry that is shaped like a flower and is usually served as a street food. The name translates to "chrysanthemum bread" as it resembles the shape of the flower. It is a sweet pastry made from wheat flour, yeast, sugar, milk, eggs, and butter. The dough is filled with various fillings, such as red bean paste, sweet potato, cream cheese, or chocolate. The pastry is then heated in a special flower-shaped mold until it becomes crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Gukhwa-ppang has become a popular street food and snack in Korea, and is often enjoyed as a dessert or a quick snack on the go.