How to Make Lapis Legit: A Step-by-Step Guide to Indonesia’s Layered Cake

cake flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content, while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories and is dairy-free, while regular milk is widely available.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor, while margarine is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness with additional flavor, while brown sugar is a cost-effective alternative.

Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).

Line the base of a cake pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 to 7 minutes with an electric mixer.

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until smooth and slightly airy.

Sift together the flour and spices, then gradually fold them into the butter and egg mixture, mixing gently.

Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.

Pour a small amount of batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly.

Place the pan under the broiler or in the preheated oven until the layer is golden brown.

Remove the pan and add another thin layer of batter on top of the first, then return to the oven until set and golden brown.

Repeat layering and baking until all the batter is used.

Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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