Kue mangkok facts for kids
Purple taro kue mangkok
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| Alternative names | Kue mangkuk or bolu kukus |
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| Type | Cupcake |
| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | Indonesia |
| Region or state | Nationwide |
| Serving temperature | Warm or room temperature |
| Main ingredients | Flour, rice flour, sugar, baking powder, flavouring, steamed |
Kue mangkok (say "koo-eh mahng-kok") is a popular traditional snack from Indonesia. It's a type of cupcake that is steamed instead of baked. The name Kue mangkok actually means "bowl cake" or "cup cake" in Indonesian.
This yummy treat is similar to another Indonesian snack called bolu kukus, which means "steamed tart" or "steamed cake". While they might look alike, Kue mangkok uses many more ingredients. This gives it a slightly rougher texture compared to bolu kukus, which is usually very soft and fluffy.
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What is Kue Mangkok Made Of?
The main part of Kue mangkok is its dough. This dough is made from a mix of different flours. These include regular flour, rice flour, and sagoo (which is also called tapioca). Other important ingredients are yeast, eggs, coconut milk, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
How is Kue Mangkok Cooked?
After mixing all the ingredients, the dough is poured into small cups or bowls. These are usually made of tin or stainless steel. Then, these little cakes are put into a steamer. As they steam, the tops of the cakes rise up. They expand and open up, looking a bit like a flower blossoming! The top often cracks into four parts, like petals.
The finished Kue mangkok is soft but also a bit firm. It's usually slightly moist, which makes it different from a regular baked cupcake. Sometimes, people sprinkle grated coconut on top for extra flavor.
Different Flavors and Types
Kue mangkok can come in many flavors and colors!
- Brown Kue Mangkok: Some traditional versions use palm sugar to sweeten them. This gives the cakes a lovely brownish color and a unique taste.
- Fruity Flavors: Other traditional types might use tape singkong or tapai. This is a special ingredient made from fermented cassava. You might also find Kue mangkok made with ubi (sweet potato) or talas (taro). These ingredients give the cakes natural colors and flavors. For example, taro can make the cakes purple!
Bolu Kukus: A Steamed Cake Cousin
Bolu kukus is a type of steamed cake that is often confused with Kue mangkok. However, bolu kukus is usually made mainly with wheat flour. It doesn't typically use rice flour or tapioca like Kue mangkok does.
Bolu kukus often comes in common flavors like vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry. These flavors come from special food essences. So, while both are delicious steamed cakes, they have different ingredients and textures!
