When we mention about ice creams or ice-type of desserts, we normally think of the typical ice cream on a cup or on the cones. But in many parts of the world, ice desserts are savoured differently. Locally, we are famous with our traditional Ais Kacang and now it has been featured on National Geographic’s ‘Eight Ice Cream Style From Around The World‘.
Ais kacang, or also known as Air Batu Campur is a type of dessert made with shaved iced and mixed with syrups, beans and nuts. The traditional dessert has went through different alterations through the years and there are a lot of special variations offered now.
Ice-type of desserts are normally popular in Malaysia due to its hot and humid weather. Before branded ice-creams were introduced during our grandparents and great-grandparents era, they have to settle with the locally made ais kacang with locally sourced ingredients and it did turn out to be delicious. Besides that, it is also Malaysian’s best childhood memories.
You can read more on the National Geographic’s article here.
