noun
fresh Western-style confectionery
Refers to Western-style sweets that are not baked dry, typically containing cream, fruit, or custard. Examples include sponge cake, cream puffs, and fruit tarts. Contrasts with 生菓子 (なまがし), which are fresh Japanese-style sweets.
See also: 生菓子 (なまがし)
この店の洋生菓子は、生クリームがたっぷり使われている。
The fresh Western-style sweets at this shop use plenty of fresh cream.
洋生菓子は日持ちしないので、早めに食べてください。
Fresh Western-style confectionery doesn't keep long, so please eat it soon.
Compound of 洋 (よう, 'Western'), 生 (なま, 'fresh'), and 菓子 (がし, 'confectionery'). The term distinguishes fresh Western-style sweets from baked or dry varieties.