Signature pandan and palm-sugar pairing

Pandan and Gula Melaka Cake

Fragrant pandan sponge with smoky gula Melaka cream cheese and a balanced caramel finish.

On our menu as: Pandan sponge with gula Melaka (palm sugar) cream cheese

Green pandan sponge and pandan jelly layer cake by Amour Desserts in Melbourne

Flavour profile

Flavour balance

Aromatic with caramel depth and cream-cheese tang

Texture

Soft, light sponge

Often suits

Family gatherings and milestone celebrations

Flavour notes

What to expect

Pandan is a Southeast Asian leaf with a fragrant aroma often compared with vanilla and coconut. It gives the sponge its distinctive pandan character.

Gula Melaka is Malaysian palm sugar with deep caramel and smoky notes. Paired with cream cheese, it gives the light sponge richness while the tang keeps the flavour balanced.

Pairs with

Gula Melaka palm-sugar cream cheese

Often chosen for

✓Guests who already enjoy pandan or gula Melaka
✓Lunar New Year, Mother's Day and milestone celebrations
✓Asian-Australian family gatherings
✓Celebrations where an aromatic Southeast Asian flavour suits the table

Transport and display

Because this sponge is paired with cream cheese, keep it refrigerated until close to serving. In a warm room, bring it out shortly before cutting rather than leaving it on display for an extended period.