8 Traditional Malaysian desserts that will throw you back in time
updated the Monday, August 15, 2016Unfamiliar with Malaysia’s most beloved sweet treats? Here are a handful to start you off.
While western desserts like chocolate lava cakes and crème brûlée may taste absolutely delicious and hold a special place in people’s hearts (or stomachs), there is no doubt that traditional Malay desserts like ice kachang and pulut hitam are special all on their own. With local ingredients and local twists, such as the generous use of coconut milk and fragrant pandan in many sweet treats, it isn’t hard to remain completely in love with the local dessert scene.
From flavoured shaved ice to sweet peanut pancakes to green “worms”, head up to the gallery to check out eight popular favourites among Malaysians.
Angela Goh
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