Kue Lapis Bunga (Flower Layer Cake)

Boil all liquid ingredients only until the sugar dissolves. Stir continuously. Remove from the heat. Set aside until its warm.

Gradually pour the warm liquid into a bowl filled with dry ingredients, stirring evenly using a whisk. Strain.

Divide the batter into two equal parts. Add red food coloring into 1 part. Mix well.

This is the most important step to do: Cover the lid of the steamer with a kitchen towel to prevent condensation from the lid from falling on to the steamed cake. Fill the steamer with water (below the steaming plate). Cover the steamer with the lid and slowly bring water to boil.

Prepare the flower mold. Lightly brush the inside of the mold with cooking oil.

Pour 1 tsp of white batter into the flower molds. Steam for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.

Pour 3 tsp of red batter into the flower molds. Steam for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.

Pour 3 tsp of white batter into the flower molds. Steam for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.

Lastly, pour 3 tsp of red batter into the flower molds. Steam for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat. Let it cool.

Remove flower layer cake from the molds. Serve it with a cup of hot tea or coffee. Yum