Bika Ambon Recipe

Experience the delightful combination of rich coconut milk, aromatic spices, and
the signature honeycomb texture of Bika Ambon—a truly unique and flavorful
treat. Perfect for celebrations or a comforting afternoon snack, this cake
brings a taste of Indonesia to your table.

Servings: 8 peoples

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Prep Time:
4 hours

Cook Time:
1 hour, 30 minutes

Total Time:
5 hours, 30 minutes

Course:

Dessert

Cuisine:

Indonesian

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Bika Ambon Recipe

Instructions

1 Combine all the ingredients for the coconut milk mixture in a pot. Heat gently
over low heat, stirring constantly, until it begins to simmer. Allow the mixture
to simmer for 5 minutes to steep the spices, ensuring it does not boil. Remove
from heat, strain to discard the spices, and set aside to cool.
2 In a small bowl, mix the yeast, flour, sugar, and warm water. Stir until smooth
with no lumps. Let the mixture sit for 15–20 minutes until the yeast blooms.
3 Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl and gently mix with a whisk or fork until just
combined. Avoid whipping air into the eggs to keep the batter light.
4 Sift the tapioca flour and mix it with the salt. Gradually incorporate the flour
mixture into the eggs in two parts, alternating with the cooled coconut milk
mixture. Use a spatula to combine the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring no lumps
remain.
5 Add the yeast mixture and stir gently until just mixed. Strain the batter to
remove any lumps and leave it to ferment in a warm place, such as an oven, for 3
hours.
6 Stir the batter to reincorporate the settled flour when ready to bake. Let it
rest for 5 minutes to settle again. Line a baking tin with parchment paper and
pour the batter through a sieve into the prepared tin.
7 Place a hot plate over medium heat (~180°C) and cover it with a layer of foil to
diffuse the heat. Place the baking tin on the hot plate and cook for 90 minutes.
In the first 10–15 minutes, bubbles should appear in the batter. If not,
slightly increase the heat. Continue cooking until the edges are crisp and the
top stops bubbling but remains slightly wet.
8 Preheat the oven to 180°C. Transfer the baking tin to the oven and bake for 2–3
minutes until the top is golden and spongy.
9 Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the tin. Once cooled, take it
out, remove the parchment paper, slice, and serve. Enjoy this unique and
aromatic treat!

Bika Ambon Recipe

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