Kueh Lapis (Indulgent Malaysian Layer Cake)
A traditional Malaysian dessert, Kueh Lapis is a rich and moist sponge cake made with layers of butter and sugar, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 cups all-purpose floursifted
- ●1/2 teaspoon baking powderfresh
- ●1 cup unsalted buttersoftened
- ●1 cup granulated sugar
- ●4 large eggsroom temperature
- ●1 cup whole milkscalded
- ●1/4 teaspoon salt
- ●1/2 cup indulgent chocolate shavingsfor garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease two 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans.
- 2
Sift the flour and baking powder into a medium bowl and set aside.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- 4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the scalded milk.
- 5
Gradually add the sifted flour mixture and mix until just combined.
- 6
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- 7
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9
Once the cakes are completely cool, you can assemble the Kueh Lapis by placing one cake layer on top of the other and garnishing with indulgent chocolate shavings.