THE initial crunch of the crispy exterior gave way to a soft and slightly sticky texture within. As they chewed, a subtle sweetness that mingled with the nutty flavor of toasted sesame seeds greeted them. The filling, some kind of smooth and comforting paste, provided a delightful contrast to the outer shell. Their taste buds were met with a delightful mix of flavors—sweetness, nuttiness, and earthiness—that pleasantly surprised them and left them curious to try more.
Casey looked at Astrid in surprise. "You really made this? It's so delicious!"
"Thank you, and yes, I made it," Astrid answered.
Even Thomas made a comment. "You can be a professional pastry chef with this level of skill."
"That's right! If you had your own bakery, I'd be there every day buying everything," Casey exclaimed enthusiastically. "But what do you call this? There's something sweet inside. What is it?"
