The construction of kek lapis Sarawak is labor-intensive; one cake can take up to eight hours to complete.
It’s thanks to the geometric designs that help give the dessert its name.
(Lapis means layers in Bahasa Malaysia, the official language of Malaysia.)
Photo: Karen Chai /Kitchen Confidante
The cakes are then strategically cut based on a sketch designed by the baker.
Baking kek lapis Sarawak requires years of skill and practicejust ask Jennifer Chen.
Through experimentation with flavors, Chen built a successful business.
Kek lapis Sarawak became a passion for Chen and her family.
Chen’s daughter, Karen Chai, continues her legacy with her business Kitchen Confidante.
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Discover kek lapis Sarawak, a beautiful Malaysian dessert.
Each cake is crafted to reveal a geometric design when sliced.
