Shanghai's New Desserts 2026: Must-Try Treats & Prices

Shanghai's New Desserts 2026: Must-Try Treats & Prices

By Supypy @sue__ryan

✅ Loxihe (泸溪河), the Original Butter Mochi Shop: Try their new Salted Cream Puffs!

✅ Ms. Juan Marshmallow Egg Rolls (best eaten immediately!)

✅ BAO's Pastry (鲍师傅): Shanghai's other must-try egg tart spot

✅ Highly recommend visiting in person or using delivery services

1. Shanghai Dessert Spotlight: Loxihe (泸溪河) Salted Cream Puffs

Planning a trip to Shanghai? You absolutely can't leave without diving into the city's incredible dessert scene! While Loxihe's famous butter mochi and Lily Bakery's egg tarts are always popular, Loxihe has just dropped a fantastic new treat for 2026.

I recently ordered their latest creation, and it's a game-changer!

While I initially wanted to visit in person, exploring all the shops can be quite a trek. So, I leveraged Shanghai's amazing delivery services! For more details on how to use delivery apps like Meituan, check out the link below:

Shanghai Travel: Meituan Delivery Guide & Tipsm.blog.naver.com

I ordered the Salted Cream Puffs (my unofficial English name for them!) to take with me on my departure day. A full pack costs around ~$5, while the smaller, low-sugar version is about ~$2!

Honestly, with how rich and creamy the cheese filling is, I couldn't tell much difference between the regular and low-sugar options. Given the price and portion, I highly recommend going for the low-sugar version!

They're chewy, perfectly salty-sweet, and just pop right into your mouth! If you're in Shanghai, these are an absolute must-try!

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2. Ms. Juan Marshmallow Egg Rolls

Next up are the marshmallow egg rolls I ordered alongside my cream puffs from a place called Ms. Juan. These aren't just any egg rolls; they've got a gooey marshmallow filling! How could that *not* be delicious?

These also came via delivery! If you look at the bag, you can see the marshmallow stretching – this is why you absolutely HAVE to try these fresh in person!

I bought a set of six for ~$8, with flavors like Earl Grey, original, and chocolate. I was a bit sad that the marshmallow didn't stretch much because they had cooled during delivery.

But even so, the satisfying crispiness won me over! Don't forget to add these marshmallow egg rolls to your Shanghai food list!

3. BAO's Pastry (鲍师傅) Egg Tarts

Next, let's talk about BAO's Pastry egg tarts. In my opinion, these are even better than the popular Lily Bakery egg tarts!

And yes, you guessed it – I got these delivered too! Seriously, there's almost nothing you can't get delivered in China. Remember, you can even pre-order items to pick up or have delivered upon your arrival!

Egg tarts pair perfectly with milk tea, so I ordered some tea to go with them. These egg tarts aren't overly sweet, and they have a wonderful flaky crust. If you prefer super sweet egg tarts, these might not be for you, but I loved them for their rich, authentic egg flavor.

At about ~$2 for two, the price is incredibly reasonable. They're not expensive, so if you spot a BAO's Pastry during your travels, grab some to try! Or, order them alongside Lily Bakery's tarts and do a delicious taste test comparison.

It truly feels like there's a new dessert popping up in Shanghai every time I visit! While not every new treat is a winner, I've curated a list of the ones that truly stood out. I hope you enjoy these fantastic desserts and have a wonderful trip to Shanghai in 2026. And seriously, don't forget about the convenience of delivery!

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