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Wingko Babat

A traditional Indonesian sweet coconut cake with a chewy texture, rich coconut aroma, and crisp toasted top.

50 minEasyServes 8240 cal/serving

IndonesianDessertOvenVegetarianVeganStandardGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups glutinous rice flour
  • 2.5 cups freshly grated coconut
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups glutinous rice flour, 2.5 cups freshly grated coconut, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 tsp fine salt.

  3. 3

    Pour in 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk and 1 tsp vanilla extract, stirring until a thick, uniform dough forms.

  4. 4

    Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan using a spatula.

  5. 5

    Bake for 30 minutes, then broil on high for 3 minutes until the top is golden brown.

  6. 6

    Cool completely before slicing into square portions.

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Questions

What is Wingko Babat?

A traditional Indonesian sweet coconut cake with a chewy texture, rich coconut aroma, and crisp toasted top. This reference files it under Indonesian dessert: made in the oven, rated easy and about 50 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Wingko Babat?

As written, 50 minutes: 15 of prep and 35 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (30 minutes): "Bake for 30 minutes, then broil on high for 3 minutes until the top is golden brown."

What should Wingko Babat look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until a thick, uniform dough forms. Step 5: cook until the top is golden brown.

What can I use instead of coconut milk in Wingko Babat?

The entry for Wingko Babat calls for 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk. In its place: Heavy cream or evaporated milk gives the same body without the coconut flavor. To stay dairy-free, blend soaked cashews with water until smooth.

How many calories are in Wingko Babat?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 240 calories, with 3 g protein, 32 g carbohydrate and 12 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 180 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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