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Martabak Manis on a wooden platter.

Martabak Manis (Indonesian Sweet Pancakes)


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Description

Learn how to make Martabak Manis, a super popular Indonesian street food. These thick and sweet Indonesian pancakes will have you coming back for more!


Ingredients

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For the batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp milk powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1/2 tsp instant dry yeast

For the egg mixture

  • 3 large eggs
  • 3 tbsp granulated white sugar
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda

For the filling

  • 1 1/2 cup chocolate sprinkle
  • 3 tbsp condensed milk

Instructions

  1. Combining the flour, milk powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Gradually add water to the mixture, whisking until a thick dough forms. Add the yeast and mix until completely smooth. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the batter rest for 1 hour.
  3. (While you wait) Whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until well incorporated, 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
  4. (Once the batter has rested) Uncover your batter and gently fold in the egg mixture. Then, add in the melted butter and baking soda. Mix well to combine.

Cooking martabak manis

  1. Heat a nonstick, heavy-bottomed pan over medium-low heat. Lightly spray the pan with cooking oil, spreading it evenly with a brush; wipe away any excess with a paper towel.
  2. Pour the batter into the pan, tilting it to make sure that the batter gets around all the edges to form a wide martabak.
  3. Once bubbles appear on your Indonesian pancake and start to burst, reduce the heat to low and sprinkle some granulated sugar over top. Cover the pan, and let it cook for 2-3 more minutes until the pancake is fully set.
  4. Carefully remove the martabak from the pan and spread melted butter over it. Cut the martabak in half and add the chocolate sprinkles. Drizzle some condensed milk on top for extra sweetness. Finally, sandwich your martabak manis, cut it into pieces. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For best results:

  • make sure to use a good cast iron pan; 
  • let the batter rest; (you may want to prep ahead to do this!)
  • watch your heat management. 
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Rest Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indonesian