Kuih Bahulu (Malaysian Egg Cake)
Published Mar 15, 2021
Updated Aug 22, 2024
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Kuih Bahulu is a traditional Malaysian egg cake. They are dainty, sweet, eggy and must-have for festive seasons. Easy and fail-proof Kuih Bahulu recipe for home bakers.
What Is Kuih Bahulu
Kuih Bahulu is a traditional Malaysian kuih or local sweet cake.
A favorite among many Malaysians of all races and ages, kuih bahulu is usually baked during the festive seasons of Muslim Hari Raya and Chinese New Year.
These sweet and eggy cakes go well with coffee. They are always a crowd-pleaser during the festive seasons.
A few kuih bahulu and a cup of coffee is a surefire way to greet your guests during festivities.
While French Madeleines are hugely popular, I have to say that Malaysian Kuih Bahulu is equally pleasing.
Kuih Bahulu Recipe
Kuih Bahulu comes in different shapes, but the popular ones are flower shaped. They are made using a traditional mold.
The mold comes in different sizes: big and small.
I used the small flower mold because they are dainty and beautiful.
As the sweet aroma filled the air, a flood of fond memories were racing through my mind.
I recall many baking sessions with my grandmother, mother and aunt, who had passed away.
As we were busy baking the sweet treats, our anticipation of Chinese New Year and the warm thoughts of our family reunion dinner brought much joy into our home kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe is only 478 calories per serving.
Other Malaysian Kuih Recipes You Might Like
There are many types of kuih in Malaysia. If you wish to try making kuih at home, I recommend the following recipes.
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Kuih Bahulu
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 3 tablespoons cooking oil, or unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease the kuih bahulu mold with some oil and preheat the mold in the oven. Remove from the oven and keep warm until ready to use.
- Beat the eggs with an electric hand mixer until light and fluffy. Add the sugar and continue to beat until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture becomes sticky.
- Add the vanilla extract and fold in the flour gradually. Then, add the cooking oil or butter and continue to beat the batter with the hand mixer until well blended.
- Fill the mold with the batter, filling it about 90% full. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove the cake from the mold and let it cool on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Hi Bee, I came across a soft version of bahulu. Do you have any idea how to make it soft?
Can you substitute with duck eggs. How long can you store them in the refrigerator? Where can I buy the mold?
You can try but I am not sure how it affects the texture. You can buy in Malaysia.
i was searching for a good bahulu recipe to use for my MIB assignment, and this one is the best one. Thank you for making this!!
Thanks.
I have one traditional mold which is quick heavy I think made by copper.
When I was young we use burning coals to bake kheh bahulu, can I know can use oven or not? if can how to adjust oven temperature?
Thanks
Please check the recipe, this recipe is using oven.
Tried this recipe using new moulds like yours but it was rather difficult getting them out of the mould when done. Any advice?
Add and dust flour to the mould before using.
You can use butter to grease the cake molds before scooping in the batter. Madelines are made using this method and it will help unhook the cooked cakes from the pan.
I live in the US, am looking for this moule. Any idea where I can get one?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/262681253174?
i am from zamboanga city philippines where can I buy baulu mould? My aunt used to sent us baulu and i long to eat a good baulo though there are some baulo being sold in the market but i cannot find a good one.. Can I have your recipe please?
You can get it from ebay.
Note that the measurement for kuih bahulu is 1 cup. Please let me know th e measurement in gm.
I dont have these moulds..can I use silicon cupcake moulds / muffin pans?
Yes, it will still good but not as pretty. :)