Jakarta Delight

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 2

Jakarta Delight: A Sweet and Spicy Indonesian Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

210

Sugar

17g

Fat

Jakarta Delight is a traditional Indonesian dessert that is typically served warm and topped with grated coconut. It is popular throughout Indonesia, but is especially popular in the capital city of Jakarta. This simple and tasty dessert is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth and a love for warm, spicy flavors. Whether enjoyed as a snack or a dessert, Jakarta Delight is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	Place the split bananas in a baking dish and drizzle with orange juice.
3.	In a small bowl, mix together the grated coconut, breadcrumbs, nutmeg, cinnamon, and sugar until well combined.
4.	Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the bananas.
5.	Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the banana flesh is soft and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
6.	Serve warm, with additional orange juice if desired.

PROS

Jakarta Delight is a simple and easy-to-make dessert that combines the sweet flavor of bananas with the warm, spicy notes of nutmeg and cinnamon.

It is also a great way to use up ripe bananas that might otherwise go to waste.

CONS

While delicious, Jakarta Delight is not a particularly healthy dessert.

It is high in sugar and carbohydrates, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high sugar content, Jakarta Delight does offer some nutritional benefits.
Bananas are a good source of potassium, fiber, and vitamins B6 and C, while nutmeg and cinnamon have antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.

	6 bananas , split
	1 cup orange juice
	1/2 cup grated coconut
	1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
	1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
	1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
	1/4 teaspoon sugar