By Yash Lakhan
February 12, 2024
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Indonesian desserts have a reputation for being as visually pleasing as they are delicious. They boast beautiful colours on their sweets and often incorporate coconut and pandan leaves in some way, shape, or form. So, let's take a look at seven such desserts that are both aesthetic and delicious.
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A popular street food, it is made using glutinous rice flour that gets its flavour and colour from pandan leaves.
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A classic layered cake that was inspired by Dutch cuisine is basically a version of European spit cake.
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This dessert drink originated in Java back in the 1960s. It is served in bowls with chopped fruits on the side.
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This coconut cake is a traditional Indonesian dessert that uses rice flour, coconut milk, and grated coconut in its preparation.
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This simple dessert is made with coconut milk, sugar, and pandan leaves for its flavour. It is served chilled and consumed mainly during the Ramadan months.
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A sweet porridge made from black glutinous rice, coconut milk, and palm sugar. Banana slices and cinnamon are often used as garnishes.
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This sticky rice cake features a diamond shape and is eaten mainly during festivals and weddings. It is also popular in Malaysia and Brunei.
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