Sweet dumplings with "purple heart"- stuffing of osmanthe and red date. [Photo/IC]

The sweet dumplings are a must-have item during the Lantern Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the first lunar year and is being celebrated on Feb 22 this year.

Sweet dumplings are usually made of sticky rice wrappers with varied stuffing. With its round shape and soft texture, it signifies family reunion, sweetness and happiness in traditional culture. As the whole country is celebrating it today, let's have a look at some of the most complicated, time-consuming yet delicious and creative sweet dumplings in Chinese kitchens.