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Klappertaart (Manado Coconut Custard)
Klappertaart
A baked young coconut pudding from the Dutch era, soft like custard, with raisins and a topping of kenari nuts. A special treat in Manado.
- Time
- 1 hr
- Serves
- 8 people
- Origin
- North Sulawesi
- Type
- Cakes & Snacks
Ingredients
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Topping
How to Make
Dissolve the cornflour in a little milk.
Heat the remaining milk with the sugar, butter and vanilla. Add the cornflour mixture and stir until thick. Leave to cool slightly.
Beat the eggs and add them to the milk mixture gradually while stirring.
Add the coconut, raisins and cinnamon.
Pour into an ovenproof dish and sprinkle with kenari, sugar and cinnamon.
Bake at 170°C for 30 to 35 minutes until browned. Cool before serving.
Kitchen tip
Klappertaart is lovely served cold from the fridge.
Questions
Where does Klappertaart (Manado Coconut Custard) come from?
Klappertaart is a traditional dish from North Sulawesi (capital: Manado), in the Sulawesi region of Indonesia.
How long does Klappertaart (Manado Coconut Custard) take to make?
It takes about 1 hr in total to make 8 servings, including preparation.
What is the secret to a good Klappertaart (Manado Coconut Custard)?
Klappertaart is lovely served cold from the fridge.