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Apam Balik (Turnover Pancake)

A sweet griddle pancake with a crispy edge and a soft, spongy center filled with sweet corn and grated coconut. Enjoy this peanut-free version by omitting peanuts from the filling.

15m prep + 20m cook6 servings
Contains dairyContains eggContains wheatPEANUT-free
300 cal|6g protein|45g carbs|10g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 piece Egg
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 2 tbsp Melted Butter
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Corn
  • 1/2 cup Grated Coconut
  • 2 tbsp Sugar (for filling)

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, whisk together the 1 cup of All-Purpose Flour, 1/4 cup of Sugar, 1 tsp of Baking Powder, 1/2 tsp of Baking Soda, and 1/4 tsp of Salt until well combined.
  2. 2In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the 1 piece of Egg, 1 cup of Milk, and 2 tbsp of Melted Butter until smooth.
  3. 3Pour the wet ingredients from the medium bowl into the large bowl with the dry ingredients. Whisk gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Let the batter rest for 15 minutes.
  4. 4Heat a lightly oiled non-stick griddle or pan over medium heat, which is approximately 350°F (175°C).
  5. 5Pour 1/2 cup of batter onto the hot griddle. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until small bubbles start to form on the surface of the pancake. Sprinkle the surface evenly with the 1/2 cup of Sweet Corn, 1/2 cup of Grated Coconut, and 2 tbsp of Sugar for the filling.
  6. 6Carefully fold the pancake in half using a spatula. Continue to cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, or until the outside is golden brown and the pancake is cooked through.
  7. 7Serve the Apam Balik immediately.

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