Discover a must-try delicious treat with the vendor busy steaming fresh daily. The secret to its sweet aroma lies in fresh coconut milk and real palm sugar, all at an affordable price starting at just 20 baht per box.
Let's explore the tasty sensation trending in Kasem Market, Bueng Sam Phan district, Phetchabun, at Thip Palm Sugar Cake shop. Owner Kanayokorn Duangthip, 39, is so busy she barely rests, as customers flock and place orders in large numbers from early morning. The shop opens at 6 a.m. and by 10 a.m., almost all the goods are sold out daily.
What wins customers over is the uniquely soft texture of the palm sugar cake with a gentle, fragrant aroma. The owner reveals the secret: using authentic palm sugar pulp sourced directly from Phetchaburi, a prime ingredient area, blended with freshly pressed coconut milk and a special flour recipe passed down from her mother and perfected over time. The cakes are steamed precisely for 12 minutes, resulting in beautifully yellow, appetizing cakes.
Additionally, on some days, the shop offers rotating treats such as pumpkin cake, purple sweet potato cake, banana cake, and taro cake, providing variety for customers.
For those eager to taste this legendary soft and fluffy delight, it's best to get up early since the shop operates during a short window from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. only.
Prices range from 20 to 30 baht per box. If worried about missing out, customers can call ahead to reserve at 064-8765864.
