Description
A traditional Indonesian glutinous rice and coconut cake that is chewy, sweet, and incredibly aromatic.
Ingredients
2 cups glutinous rice flour
2 cups freshly shredded coconut (unsweetened)
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup thick coconut milk
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Mix the shredded coconut, sugar, and salt in a bowl, kneading slightly to release the coconut oils.
Step 2: Add the glutinous rice flour and stir until combined.
Step 3: Incorporate the coconut milk, beaten egg, and vanilla until a thick batter forms.
Step 4: Spread the mixture into a greased 8x8 inch baking pan.
Step 5: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden and slightly charred.
Step 6: Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing into rectangles or squares.
Notes
For a more authentic flavor, wrap the cake in banana leaves before baking or grilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indonesian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
