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Reviewers rave about the delicate, fragrant Khanom Chan (layered coconut cake), calling it a must-try. The overall vibe is warm and nostalgic, celebrating traditional Thai sweets with genuine care.
“It's so squishy and jelly-like, very soft. Made from rice flour, coconut, and sugar. You can pull it apart by the layers — it's stretchy like a bungee. You can feel the oil from the coconut coming out. The green version is pandan. It's sweet, smooth like mochi but with a different texture, and has that oiliness from the coconut milk.”
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1 creator has covered Kanaman Talat Phlu (Sweet Shop). Most active: Mark Wiens
A legendary sweet shop at Talat Phlu with some of the best traditional Thai desserts in Bangkok.
Dishes mentioned
- Khao Yow Na Pla (Sweet Sticky Rice with Dried Fish)
Khanom Tako (Coconut Custard Pudding in Banana Leaf)
This is sticky and creamy. The taro on the bottom gives a starchy stickiness, and on top is a cap of coconut cream that's thickened and custardy. You really taste the coconut flavor, and it's also salty — the saltiness contrasts and enriches the sweetness. I love khanom tako.
Khanom Chan (Layered Coconut Cake)
It's so squishy and jelly-like, very soft. Made from rice flour, coconut, and sugar. You can pull it apart by the layers — it's stretchy like a bungee. You can feel the oil from the coconut coming out. The green version is pandan. It's sweet, smooth like mochi but with a different texture, and has that oiliness from the coconut milk.
Khanom Mo Kaeng (Custard Cake with Fried Shallots)
This is a very unique, traditional old-school dessert. It's a custard cake with fried shallots on top. It always confuses you on the first bite — you think, 'Is this sweet? Is this savory? Is it onions?' Yes, it's all of the above.
