Kue pepe lapis sagu is an Indonesian snack that has been around for centuries. It is a type of layered cake made with sago flour, coconut milk, sugar, and spices.
1600mLof Fresh Coconut Milk Extracted from the Purity of 4 Locally Harvested Coconuts
500gof Authentic Tapioca Flouroriginally sourced Sago Flour for a traditional touch
8Fragrant Kaffir Lime Leaveshandpicked for a citrusy aroma
1Teaspoonof Pristine Sea Saltto enhance the natural flavors
2Tablespoonsof Premium Oilprecisely measured for brushing perfection
450gof Pure Cane Sugarcarefully measured for just the right sweetness
200gof Finely Milled Rice Flourchosen for its premium quality
2Lemongrass Stalksusing only the pristine white part for a mild citrus undertone
1Teaspoonof Exquisite Vanilla Powderfor a hint of delightful sweetness
4Spice Muslin Bagsthoughtfully chosen for flavor infusion and easy handling
2Aromatic Pandan Leavesselected to infuse a subtle fragrance
120gof Cooked Beetscarefully incorporated for a natural red hue
Instructions
In a saucepan, combine the Fresh Coconut Milk, Kaffir Lime Leaves, Pandan Leaves, Lemongrass Stalks (white part only), and Pristine Sea Salt.
Heat the mixture over medium heat until it simmers. Allow it to cool and infuse for at least 30 minutes. Strain the infused coconut milk, discarding the solids.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Authentic Tapioca Flour, Pure Cane Sugar, and Finely Milled Rice Flour.
Gradually add the strained infused coconut milk to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously to create a smooth batter.
Mix in the Exquisite Vanilla Powder and Premium Oil, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the batter.
Divide the batter into two portions. Leave one portion plain and mix the other portion with the Cooked Beets for a natural red hue.
Place a piece of muslin cloth in a steaming tray. Pour a thin layer of the plain batter onto the cloth.Steam the layer until set. Repeat the process, alternating between plain and colored batter until all batter is used.
Steam the layered batter for 10-15 minutes or until fully cooked. Ensure the layers are set before adding the next.
Allow the Kue Pepe Lapis Sagu to cool completely before slicing it into neat, colorful squares or rectangles.
Arrange the slices on a serving platter and delight in the vibrant layers of this traditional Indonesian delicacy.
For an extra touch, you can sprinkle coconut flakes on top before serving.
Notes
Make sure to grease the pan with butter before adding the batter to prevent the cake from sticking.
The cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
If you want to add a bit of extra flavor to the cake, you can add a few drops of vanilla extract or almond extract.
For a richer flavor, you can add a few tablespoons of coconut cream to the batter.
For a crunchier texture, you can add a few tablespoons of toasted sesame seeds to the batter.
If you want to add a bit of color to the cake, you can add a few drops of food coloring.