It’s not uncommon to have fillings bursting out of a wheel cake—but how about ones with cheese eggs or ice cream?

Tourism Center / Comprehensive Report

Thick pastry filled with butter, red beans, and shredded radish is what comes to mind when we think of wheel cakes. But some vendors are breaking the mold by stuffing their creations with all kinds of fresh ingredients—everything from tuna and cheesy eggs to tapioca pearls, and even giant scoops of ice cream. The result? Special-flavor wheel cakes that are all the rage.

▲ “Master Wu’s Wheel Cakes,” famous for its creative flavors, is a beloved afternoon snack for many. (Photo / Screenshot fromMaster Wu’s Wheel Cakes (Zhongli Xingren Branch)Fan Page)

Renowned for its creativity,“Master Wu’s Wheel Cakes”has numerous franchised outlets in the Taipei-Keelung area and Taichung. The compact storefronts resemble small food trucks, each equipped with just a round, bronze-colored griddle. Their menu features over ten different flavors, and the sizzling sounds from the griddle along with the enticing aroma make every customer in line salivate with anticipation.

▲ The store’s super popular “Red Bean Tapioca.” (Photo / Screenshot fromMaster Wu’s Wheel Cakes Banqiao Yumin BranchFan Page, the same below.)

▲ The sweet corn kernels in the “Golden Tuna” add the perfect finishing touch, giving the whole bite more depth.

The wildly popular signature“Red Bean Tapioca”combines a generous amount of red bean paste with shiny black pearls on top, offering both chewy and smooth textures. Its well-balanced sweetness has won over a huge fanbase. Meanwhile, the top savory option, the“Golden Tuna,”mixes fresh tuna paste with sweet corn kernels, perfectly balancing salty and sweet flavors. One big bite releases an explosion of fillings in your mouth.

▲ The ultra-comforting “Cheese Egg” is a must-try flavor recommended by netizens.

In addition, netizens highly recommend the“Cheese Egg”and “Cheese Potato Patty”flavors. When enjoying the “Cheese Egg,” be careful—it’s very hot, as the melted cheese slowly oozes out, paired with a silky half-boiled egg. It’s so comforting that netizens say it’s pure happiness.

The “Cheese Potato Patty,” on the other hand, wins people over with its satisfyingly hearty filling. The crispy potato patty inside the wheel cake lets you enjoy both the crunch of its exterior and the soft potato mash inside. This surprising creative filling has definitely caught everyone’s eye.

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If none of the above ingredients excite you, why not try the “Ice Cream Series” wheel cakes from “Master Wu’s”? A huge scoop of ice cream is sandwiched between the top and bottom layers of pastry—it’s so big it can’t even be fully enclosed. The cool, sweet ice cream contrasting with the warm pastry is simply irresistible. Plus, there are four flavors to choose from: vanilla, mango, chocolate, and purple berry yogurt.

▲ The super popular wheel cakes from “Master Wu’s” have customers willingly waiting in line. Pictured is the Banqiao Yumin Branch.

Reminder: Since “Master Wu’s” has many branches, hours and locations vary. To try their delicious offerings, check their fan pages online to find a location near you.