Cendol
A refreshing Southeast Asian dessert of shaved ice, coconut milk, brown sugar syrup, and green jelly strips. Quick to assemble and perfect for a hot day.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 2g

Ingredients
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Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine the 1/4 cup palm sugar and 1/4 cup water. Heat over medium, stirring, until the sugar dissolves and the syrup thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Step 2
Place the 2 cups shaved ice in a serving bowl or glass.
Step 3
Arrange the 1 cup cendol jelly strips over the ice.
Step 4
Pour the 1/2 cup coconut milk evenly over the cendol and ice.
Step 5
Drizzle the cooled palm sugar syrup over the top. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- small saucepan
- serving bowl or glass
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