How to Make Martabak Manis: A Sweet and Fluffy Treat from Indonesia
Do you love pancakes? How about trying a different kind of pancake that is sweet, fluffy, and loaded with various toppings? If you are interested, you should learn how to make martabak manis, a delicious snack from Indonesia that will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Martabak manis, also known as terang bulan, is a type of thick and round pancake that is usually sold by street vendors or small stalls in Indonesia. It is made from a yeast-based batter that is cooked in a large iron mold until it forms small holes or bubbles on the surface. Then, it is sprinkled with sugar and butter, and topped with chocolate sprinkles, peanuts, cheese, or other ingredients of your choice. Some modern versions also use different flavors of dough, such as green tea, red velvet, oreo, or black.
Making martabak manis at home is not too difficult, as long as you have the right ingredients and tools. You can use a regular frying pan or a non-stick pan if you don’t have an iron mold. You can also customize your toppings according to your preference. Here are some of the ways to make martabak manis at home:
- How to make martabak manis using a frying pan
- How to make mini martabak manis for selling
- How to make martabak manis with Chocolatos
- How to make martabak manis with one egg
- How to make martabak manis without egg
How to Make Martabak Manis Using a Frying Pan
This is the simplest way to make martabak manis at home using a frying pan. You will need the following ingredients:
Ingredients for the batter:
- 225 g (1 3/4 cups) of all-purpose flour
- 20 g (2 tablespoons) of cornstarch or tapioca starch
- 30 g (2 tablespoons) of sugar
- 250 ml (1 cup) of water
- 1 egg
- 3/4 teaspoon of baking powder
Ingredients for the soda mixture:
- 50 ml (1/4 cup) of water
- 3/4 teaspoon of baking soda
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract or pandan extract (optional)
Sugar for sprinkling
Ingredients for the topping:
Butter or margarine, sweetened condensed milk, cheese, chocolate sprinkles, peanuts, or any other toppings of your choice.
Directions:
- To make the batter, mix the flour, cornstarch, sugar, and water in a large bowl using a mixer until well combined. Add the egg and baking powder and mix well. Let the batter rest for at least an hour.
- To make the soda mixture, stir the water, baking soda, and vanilla extract or pandan extract in a small bowl until well combined.
- To cook the martabak manis, heat a frying pan over medium heat. Divide the batter into two portions (for vanilla and pandan flavors). Add the soda mixture to one portion of the batter and stir well.
- Pour some of the vanilla batter into the pan and spread it evenly to cover the bottom and sides of the pan. Wait until bubbles form on the surface, then sprinkle some sugar over it to help the bubbles burst. Cover the pan with a lid and cook until done and no longer sticky on top.
- Repeat with the pandan batter. After both pancakes are cooked, spread some butter over them while they are still hot. Cut one pancake in half and sprinkle some cheese, chocolate sprinkles, peanuts, and condensed milk over it. Place the other half on top and cut into pieces. Do the same with the other pancake.
- Enjoy your martabak manis while it is still warm.
How to Make Mini Martabak Manis for Selling
If you want to make mini martabak manis for selling or for sharing with your friends and family, you can use this recipe that makes about 20 pieces. You will need the following ingredients:
Ingredients for the batter:
- 500 g (4 cups) of all-purpose flour
- 50 g (1/4 cup) of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 11 g (1 packet) of instant yeast
- 500 ml (2 cups) of warm water
- 2 eggs
- 50 ml (1/4 cup) of vegetable oil
Ingredients for the topping:
Butter or margarine, sweetened condensed milk, cheese, chocolate sprinkles, peanuts, or any other toppings of your choice.
Directions:
- To make the batter, mix the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a large bowl. Add the water, eggs, and oil and mix well using a mixer or a whisk. The batter should be smooth and runny. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rise for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- To cook the mini martabak manis, heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Grease the pan lightly with some oil. Pour about 1/4 cup of the batter into the pan and swirl it to form a thin circle. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, then flip and cook for another minute or until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter.
- To assemble the mini martabak manis, spread some butter over each pancake while they are still hot. Cut each pancake in half and sprinkle some cheese, chocolate sprinkles, peanuts, and condensed milk over one half. Place the other half on top and cut into bite-sized pieces. Arrange them on a platter or in a container.
- Enjoy your mini martabak manis or sell them to your customers.
How to Make Martabak Manis with Chocolatos
If you love chocolate, you will love this martabak manis with Chocolatos, a brand of chocolate drink powder that is popular in Indonesia. You can use it to flavor the batter and the topping for a double chocolate delight. You will need the following ingredients:
Ingredients for the batter:
- 250 g (2 cups) of all-purpose flour
- 25 g (2 tablespoons) of Chocolatos drink powder
- 25 g (2 tablespoons) of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 7 g (1 packet) of instant yeast
- 250 ml (1 cup) of warm water
- 1 egg
- 25 ml (2 tablespoons) of vegetable oil
Ingredients for the topping:
Butter or margarine, sweetened condensed milk, cheese, chocolate sprinkles, peanuts, Chocolatos drink powder, or any other toppings of your choice.
Directions:
- To make the batter, mix the flour, Chocolatos drink powder, sugar, salt, and yeast in a large bowl. Add the water, egg, and oil and mix well using a mixer or a whisk. The batter should be smooth and runny. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rise for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- To cook the martabak manis, heat a large iron mold or a non-stick pan over medium heat. Grease it lightly with some oil. Pour some of the batter into the mold or pan and spread it evenly to cover the bottom and sides. Wait until bubbles form on the surface, then sprinkle some sugar over it to help the bubbles burst. Cover the mold or pan with a lid and cook until done and no longer sticky on top.
- To assemble the martabak manis, spread some butter over the pancake while it is still hot. Cut it in half and sprinkle some cheese, chocolate sprinkles, peanuts, Chocolatos drink powder, and condensed milk over one half. Place the other half on top and cut into pieces.
- Enjoy your martabak manis with Chocolatos while it is still warm.
How to Make Martabak Manis with One Egg
If you only have one egg left in your fridge, you can still make martabak manis with this recipe that uses only one egg for the batter. You will need the following ingredients:
Ingredients for the batter:
- 200 g (1 1/2 cups) of all-purpose flour
- 20 g (2 tablespoons) of cornstarch or tapioca starch
- 20 g (2 tablespoons) of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 200 ml (3/4 cup) of water
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
Ingredients for the soda mixture:
- 50 ml (1/4 cup) of water
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract or pandan extract (optional)
Sugar for sprinkling
Ingredients for the topping:
Butter or margarine, sweetened condensed milk, cheese, chocolate sprinkles, peanuts, or any other toppings of your choice.
Directions:
- To make the batter, mix the flour, cornstarch, sugar, salt, and water in a large bowl using a mixer until well combined. Add the egg and baking powder and mix well. Let the batter rest for at least an hour.
- To make the soda mixture, stir the water, baking soda, and vanilla extract or pandan extract in a small bowl until well combined.
- To cook the martabak manis, heat a large iron mold or a non-stick pan over medium heat. Grease it lightly with some oil. Divide the batter into two portions (for vanilla and pandan flavors).
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