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Klepon

Indonesia

Klepon are beloved across Indonesia and Malaysia for their surprise burst of molten palm sugar when bitten into.

Bite-sized Indonesian rice cake balls filled with liquid palm sugar and rolled in fresh grated coconut — a burst of sweetness with every bite.

Authentic Indonesia Klepon recipe
Prep
25 mins
Cook
10 mins
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
380 kcal
Serves
8
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

250gglutinous rice flour
180mlpandan-infused water
100gpalm sugar, finely chopped
150gfresh grated coconut
pinchsalt

Method

1

Knead rice flour with pandan water into a smooth, pliable dough.

2

Flatten small pieces of dough, place a little palm sugar in the centre, and seal into balls.

3

Boil the balls in water until they float, about 4-5 minutes.

4

Drain and immediately roll in grated coconut mixed with a pinch of salt.

Chef's Tip

Seal the palm sugar filling very tightly — any gap and it will leak out during boiling.

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