Pandan And Glutinous Rice Layer Cake (kueh Seri Muka)

Pandan and Glutinous Rice Layer Cake, also known as Kueh Seri Muka, is a traditional Peranakan dessert that features a fragrant pandan custard layer on top of a sticky, sweet glutinous rice base. This delightful two-layered cake is a popular choice for special occasions and gatherings in Southeast Asia.

Pandan And Glutinous Rice Layer Cake (kueh Seri Muka)

Ingredients

  • 400g glutinous rice
  • 200ml thick coconut milk
  • 4 pandan leaves, knotted
  • 150g granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 eggs
  • 200ml water
  • 1/2 tsp green food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash the glutinous rice and soak it in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Drain the rice and steam it for 30 minutes until cooked.
  3. In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, pandan leaves, sugar, and salt. Cook over low heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove the pandan leaves and let the mixture cool slightly.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and water together. Gradually pour the egg mixture into the slightly cooled coconut milk, stirring constantly.
  5. Strain the mixture to remove any lumps. Add green food coloring if desired.
  6. Place the cooked glutinous rice into a greased 8-inch square pan and press it down firmly. Steam for 15 minutes.
  7. Pour the pandan custard mixture over the cooked glutinous rice and steam for another 20-25 minutes until set.
  8. Let the cake cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
3g
Protein
2g

Supplies

8-inch square pan Steamer

Tools

Saucepan Bowl Whisk Strainer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pandan and Glutinous Rice Layer Cake as a sweet treat alongside a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Tips & tricks

For a more vibrant green color in the pandan custard layer, you can add a few drops of pandan essence or extract in addition to the food coloring.

Cost

$10