Kue Lapis

Kue Lapis Also: Indonesian Layer Cake, Spekkoek, Spice Cake
Gluten: Likely contains restriction
Dairy: Likely contains restriction
Egg: Likely contains restriction

A traditional Indonesian spiced layer cake made from wheat flour, eggs, butter, and spices, cooked layer by layer in an oven.

Allergen data cross-referenced against published allergen databases.

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The full allergen breakdown is below. Select your restrictions to see a personalized safety status.

Full allergen breakdown

Ingredients

  • wheat flour (Gluten)
  • eggs (Egg)
  • butter (Dairy)
  • condensed milk (Dairy)
  • vanilla
  • cinnamon
  • nutmeg
  • cardamom

Hidden Ingredients

These ingredients are not typically listed on menus but are present in traditional preparations.

  • large amount of butter (dairy)
  • eggs throughout every layer
  • wheat throughout

Allergen Breakdown

Dairy-Free

Likely contains restriction

Large amounts of butter and condensed milk throughout.

Gluten-Free

Likely contains restriction

Wheat flour is the base.

Peanut-Free

Likely OK

No peanuts in standard kue lapis.

Tree Nut-Free

Likely OK

No tree nuts in standard kue lapis.

Shellfish-Free

Likely OK

No shellfish in kue lapis.

Egg-Free

Likely contains restriction

Eggs are in every layer.

Fish-Free

Likely OK

No fish in kue lapis.

Soy-Free

Likely OK

No soy in kue lapis.

Sesame-Free

Likely OK

No sesame in standard kue lapis.

Vegetarian

Likely OK

Fully vegetarian (contains dairy and egg).

Key risk: Kue lapis (spekkoek) contains wheat, egg, and dairy in large quantities across every layer. It is a very rich cake and represents one of the few dairy-heavy items in Indonesian cuisine.

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Important: Dish Scout is a reference guide, not medical advice. Traditional recipes vary by restaurant, region, and chef. Always verify ingredients with restaurant staff before ordering. When in doubt, don't eat it.