How to Make Steamed Pandan Tapioca Pearl Cakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Steamed Pandan Tapioca Pearl Cakes are a popular Asian dessert that combines the chewy texture of tapioca pearls with the sweet, aromatic flavor of pandan. These delightful cakes are a staple in many Southeast Asian countries, where pandan leaves are commonly used to add a unique fragrance to both savory and sweet dishes. The combination of the earthy tapioca pearls and the vibrant pandan flavor creates a truly delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package grated coconut
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 5 pandan leaves, chopped
  • ¾ cup water
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 (6.5 ounce) package small tapioca pearls
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons tapioca flour

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Toss the coconut and salt together in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Blend the pandan leaves with 3/4 cup water in a blender or food processor until smooth; strain through a piece of cheesecloth. You should get about 1/2 cup pandan juice.
  • Bring 3 cups water and the tapioca pearls to a boil in a sauce pan; cook at a boil until the pearls are translucent and soft, about 10 minutes. Stir the sugar and tapioca flour into the mixture until the sugar is completely dissolved; add the pandan juice and stir until you have a thick batter. Remove from heat and pour into foil cups.
  • Bring a couple inches of water to boil in a large pot. Place a few of the cups at a time in a steamer insert and place over the boiling water. Steam until the cakes are cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes. Top the cakes with the coconut to serve.
  • Nutrition

    367 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Sodium: 229mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 75g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 48g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 105mg