Desserts

Banana pudding is a dessert with a rich history, and many variations of the recipe have been developed over time. Banana pudding may be best known in its Southern US version, which typically includes vanilla wafers and whipped cream, but the recipe we’re providing here is based on the Cambodian …

This buttercup squash custard (known as “sankhya lapov”) is a popular dessert in Cambodia and Thailand. There, its creamy coconut custard is a cherished delicacy at large family gatherings and celebrations. For us, buttercup squash custard is a new recipe — we’ve only developed it recently to satisfy a craving …

Mango passion fruit jam is abundant in the cafes and guesthouses of the world’s tropical destinations, including Cambodia. This jam is an exotic treat with an invigorating tropical touch — a departure from traditional berry jams and a perfect addition to yogurt, ice cream, a piece of toast, or your …

These rice flour pancakes (known as Nom Chak Chol in Khmer) are a Cambodian dessert staple that’s sold — and eaten — almost exclusively on the street. You’ll see crowds of students of all ages gobbling up these yummy rice flour pancakes on their break, enjoying their flavor-packed, crispy crust. …