Kuih lapis (Layered cake)
🧾 Ingredients (serves 4)
Base batter:
• 1 cup rice flour
• ¼ cup tapioca flour
• ¾ cup sugar
• 1½ cups coconut milk
• ½ cup water
• A pinch of salt
Coloring:
• Natural food coloring (e.g. pink, green, yellow, purple — up to 3–4 colors)
Method
1. Make the batter
◦ Mix rice flour, tapioca flour, sugar, salt, coconut milk, and water until smooth.
◦ Strain to remove lumps.
◦ Divide into equal portions and tint each with a different color.
2. Steam the layers
◦ Grease a square pan and place in steamer.
◦ Pour the first colored layer (about ¼ cup) and steam for 5 minutes.
◦ Repeat with remaining colors, steaming each layer for 5 minutes.
◦ Steam the final layer for 10 minutes to set fully.
3. Cool and slice
◦ Let kuih cool completely in the pan.
◦ Remove and slice with a greased knife for clean edges.
💡 Tips
• Use low heat to prevent bubbles between layers.
• Stir batter before each pour to keep consistency even.
• Natural colors like pandan, beetroot, or butterfly pea add aroma and vibrance.
• Grease knife lightly before slicing to avoid sticking.
• Peel layer by layer for the full nostalgic experience!
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