2026

Zhuangliren Mooncake

Entrant

Hebei Jinze Food Co., Ltd.

Category

Product Design - Food Design

Client's Name

Country / Region

China

Zhuangliren Huangzhuang Crispy Mooncakes are rooted in the inheritance of Shijiazhuang’s regional food culture, integrating traditional flaky mooncake craftsmanship with modern health-conscious consumption concepts to create an innovative food brand that combines local特色, premium quality, and cultural value. As a distinctive local brand of Shijiazhuang, Zhuangliren not only carries the city’s collective memory and local sentiment, but also revitalizes traditional mooncakes through product innovation, serving as an important bridge between regional culture and contemporary consumer needs. While preserving the authentic flavor of traditional Huangzhuang crispy mooncakes, the product breaks away from the limitations of conventional single-flavor mooncakes. It has introduced 12 signature flavors and continues to develop new varieties, creating a diverse flavor portfolio that caters to consumers of different age groups and usage scenarios while achieving a balance between traditional craftsmanship and modern taste preferences. In terms of production, the product adheres to traditional handmade flaky mooncake techniques. Key processes such as dough lamination, filling, shaping, and baking are precisely controlled to achieve a distinctive texture characterized by delicate layers, crispness without greasiness, and a melt-in-the-mouth experience. Meanwhile, all fillings are freshly prepared daily using fresh ingredients, with no industrial pre-made fillings or ingredients from unknown sources. By restoring the authentic taste of ingredients and minimizing the use of preservatives and additives, the product ensures health, safety, and stable quality from the source. Compared with conventional industrial pre-made systems, this approach effectively avoids issues such as oil oxidation and flavor loss, allowing the mooncakes to retain the nutritional value and sensory quality of freshly handmade products. The ingredient system follows principles of localization and traceability, prioritizing fresh ingredients sourced from local and specialty production regions to establish a transparent and reliable quality chain. The packaging adopts traditional-style paper materials with a vintage aesthetic, reducing excessive decoration and unnecessary waste while reflecting a low-carbon and environmentally conscious approach. Featuring the exclusive “庄” (Zhuang) emblem, the packaging strengthens Shijiazhuang’s regional identity, transforming the product from a traditional delicacy into a cultural symbol carrying local memories and hometown sentiment.

Credits

Du Liyang
Wang Chao
Zhang Zhiqiang
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