The rich, buttery aroma of kek lapis (layer cake ... while also staying true to the original recipe. Seri, for instance, makes exquisite chocolate batik art on the top layer to make her cakes ...

Amid the hectic preparations for Aidilfitri, kek batik is an accessible recipe that invites even novice cooks to participate in the joy of “baking”. Its rich, chocolatey layers offer a ...