Makan Guide
Kuih & Sweets
Colourful kuih, shaved ice and coconut-rich desserts. Malaysian sweets are small, beautiful and made for sharing.
24 guides
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Air Batu Campur: The Ultimate Guide to Malaysia’s Iconic Shaved Ice Dessert
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Putu Mayam: The Ultimate Guide to Malaysia’s Iconic String Hopper Delight
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Kek Lapis Sarawak: The Ultimate Guide to Malaysia’s Iconic Layered Treasure
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Pulut Tai Tai: The Elegant Blue-Tinted Nyonya Delicacy
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Ang Ku Kuih: The Auspicious Red Tortoise Cake of Malaysia
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Kuih Seri Muka: The Ultimate Guide to Malaysia’s Iconic Two-Layered Dessert
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Kuih Lapis: The Ultimate Guide to Malaysia’s Iconic Layered Dessert
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Pisang Goreng: The Ultimate Guide to Malaysia’s Iconic Banana Fritter
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Nyonya Kuih: The Vibrant Soul of Malaysian Sweets
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Sirap Bandung Cincau: The Ultimate Guide to Malaysia’s Refreshing Pink Cooler
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Bubur Cha Cha: The Sweet and Colorful Nyonya Delight
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Cendol: The Ultimate Guide to Malaysia’s Favourite Cooling Dessert
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Apam Balik: The Sweet and Crispy Malaysian Turnover Pancake
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Onde-Onde: The Sweet, Molten Treasure of Malaysia
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Cincau: The Cooling Soul of Malaysian Desserts
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Pulut Inti: The Sweet and Savory Nyonya Treasure
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Bingka Ubi: The Chewy, Caramelized Delight of Malaysian Kuih
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Tau Fu Fah: The Silky Soul of Malaysian Desserts
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Mee Hoon Kueh: The Hand-Torn Comfort of Permas Jaya
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Bubur Pulut Hitam: The Creamy Comfort of Black Glutinous Rice
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Wajik: The Sticky, Sweet Tradition of Malay Heritage
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Muah Chee: The Sweet, Sticky Peanut Delight
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Chwee Kueh: The Steamed Rice Cake Classic
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Kuih Talam: The Sweet and Savory Nyonya Classic
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