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Medium 55 min~210 kcal 2/10
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Malaysian Kuih Lapis
A Malaysian steamed layered cake made from rice flour, tapioca starch, coconut milk, sugar, and alternating colors.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 7 min📖 1 min readServes 10~230 kcal🇲🇾 Malaysian🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 42 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 7 min- Prep25 min
- Cooking42 min
Ingredients
10 servings
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For the dough
- 1.2 cup(~240 ml) Rice flour
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Tapioca starch
- 500 ml Coconut milk
- 0.8 cup(~160 ml) Granulated sugar
- 0.8 cup(~160 ml) Water
Renk için
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Pandan extract
- 2 drop Pink food coloring
For the mold
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Vegetable oil
General
- 1 pinch Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Heat the sugar, water, and salt, stirring until the sugar dissolves, then let it cool to warm.
- 2
Whisk the rice flour, tapioca starch, and coconut milk until smooth.
- 3
Add the warm syrup to the batter and pass through a sieve.
- 4
Divide the batter among three bowls, flavor one with pandan, tint one pink, and leave one plain.
- 5
Pour the first thin layer into an oiled mold and steam for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 6
Add the colors in order, steaming each layer for 5 minutes.
35 min35:00 - 7
Steam the final layer for 7 more minutes, then cool the dessert for 40 minutes.
47 min47:00 - 8
Cut the kuih lapis into squares and serve.
💡 Tip: Keep the layers thin and steam each one fully, layers poured too thick become rubbery and heavy.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Once completely cool, cut into squares with an oiled knife and serve with jasmine tea if desired.
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- Protein source
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~230
kcal calories
3
g protein
42
g carbs
6
g fat
Protein 5%Carbs 72%Fat 23%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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FAQ
How many servings does Malaysian Kuih Lapis make?
This recipe serves 10.How long does Malaysian Kuih Lapis take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 42 minutes; 67 minutes in total.Is Malaysian Kuih Lapis difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Malaysian Kuih Lapis have?
Approximately 230 kcal per serving. Protein: 3g, carbs: 42g, fat: 6g.Is Malaysian Kuih Lapis allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Malaysian Kuih Lapis belong to?
This recipe belongs to Malaysian cuisine.How many ingredients does Malaysian Kuih Lapis need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.
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