The Mid-Autumn Festival is a time of glowing lanterns and family gatherings, and yes, mooncakes! For expectant mothers who are sugar-conscious or managing gestational diabetes (GD), you don’t have to miss out. With healthier mooncake options available across Singapore, you can still enjoy the festive sweetness safely.
Healthier Mooncake Picks in Singapore
- Fullerton Hotel Singapore: Low Sugar White Lotus with Double Yolk (a classic with reduced sugar for a lighter treat)
- Sheng Kee Bakery: Low Sugar Gift Box featuring White Lotus, Rose Red Bean, Cherry Pineapple, and Black Sesame flavours
- KekiTo Bakery: Keto Snowskin Mooncakes (sugar-free, low-carb, nut-based options)
- Bee Cheng Hiang: Plain White Lotus (Low Sugar), a heritage favourite made less sweet
- Yellow Ribbon Bakery: Creative flavours like Purple Potato and Yam with Macadamia or Green Tea Rose with Blueberries, all made with reduced sugar
How Much Can You Eat?
1/8 of a standard mooncake.
Quick Tips for Moms
- Pair mooncakes with unsweetened tea
- Share with family to keep portions small and meaningful
- For GD mothers, check your glucose levels after indulging
This Mid-Autumn, enjoy the glow of lanterns, the warmth of family, and a slice of joy safely.
Supermom Hack:
Snap a picture of your mooncake with the MomGenie nutrition photo-taking function to instantly see its nutritional facts. It’s the easiest way to know exactly what you’re eating before you indulge
