Iced Cempedak Coffee with Palm Sugar Syrup

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-27 · Updated 2026-06-27

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A refreshing iced coffee drink combining the tropical sweetness of cempedak fruit with rich coffee and palm sugar syrup, perfect for a Malaysian-inspired pick-me-up. This Malaysian-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Strong brewed coffee, cooled, Cempedak fruit puree, Gula melaka (palm sugar) syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Malaysian cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 oz Strong brewed coffee, cooled
2 oz Cempedak fruit puree
1.5 oz Gula melaka (palm sugar) syrup
2 oz Whole milk
1 cup Ice cubes

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Instructions

Step 1: Fill a tall glass with 1 cup ice cubes. Pour in 6 oz strong brewed coffee cooled to room temperature.
Step 2: Add 2 oz cempedak fruit puree and 1.5 oz gula melaka syrup to the coffee. Stir gently to combine the tropical sweetness and caramel notes.
Step 3: Top with 2 oz whole milk, pouring slowly to create a layered effect. Stir before drinking for a balanced creamy iced coffee.