ขนมขนมผิง

Homemade ขนมขนมผิง (Khanom Ping) — Crispy Thai Coconut Biscuits for Beginners

Introduction to ขนมขนมผิง

ขนมขนมผิง (khanom ping) is a classic Thai coconut biscuit that’s thin, crispy, and lightly sweet — perfect with tea or as a snack. This beginner-friendly recipe walks you through simple ingredients and easy techniques so you can make authentic ขนมขนมผิง at home without special equipment. Expect delicate, golden edges and a melt-in-your-mouth texture that keeps you coming back for more.

Ingredients for ขนมขนมผิง

• 200 g tapioca flour (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 100 g rice flour (about 3/4 cup) — optional for structure
• 150–200 g granulated sugar (3/4 to 1 cup), adjust to taste
• 200 ml coconut milk (about 3/4 cup + 2 tbsp), full-fat for best flavor
• 2 egg yolks (room temperature)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1 tablespoon pandan juice (optional for aroma)
• Sesame seeds for sprinkling (optional)
• Parchment paper or silicone baking mat

Instructions to Make ขนมขนมผิง

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). If using a convection oven, set to 170°C (340°F).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until mostly dissolved and slightly pale (about 1–2 minutes).
3. Add the coconut milk and vanilla extract (or pandan) to the egg-sugar mixture and mix until smooth.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together the tapioca flour, rice flour, and salt to remove lumps.
5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring to form a smooth, slightly thick batter. It should be pourable but hold shape. If it’s too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of coconut milk; if too thin, add a little more tapioca flour.
6. Let the batter rest for 20–30 minutes at room temperature to hydrate the flours — this improves texture and helps spread evenly.
7. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Spoon small teaspoons of batter onto the sheet, spacing them at least 3–4 cm apart. For perfectly thin cookies, use about 8–10 g of batter per cookie.
8. Use the back of a wet spoon or a small offset spatula to gently spread each drop into a thin round (~5–6 cm / 2–2.5 inches). Sprinkle sesame seeds if using.
9. Bake for 8–12 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the edges turn golden brown and the centers look set. Watch closely — they can go from golden to burnt quickly.
10. Remove from oven and let the ขนมขนมผิง cool completely on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. They crisp up as they cool.
11. Once fully cooled, store ขนมขนมผิง in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Cooking Tips for Perfect ขนมขนมผิง

These practical tips help beginners achieve consistent, crispy ขนมขนมผิง every time:

• Spread thin: The signature texture comes from very thin rounds. Use a wet spoon to flatten the batter evenly.
• Watch the oven: Browning happens fast. Start checking at 7–8 minutes and remove when edges are golden.
• Even heat: Use the middle rack and rotate pans for even baking. Convection ovens may need less time.
• Consistent portions: Use a small cookie scoop or digital kitchen scale (8–10 g per cookie) for uniform size and baking time.
• Humidity matters: In humid environments, cookies may become soft. Cool completely and store in a container with a paper towel to absorb moisture.
• Flour substitutions: Tapioca flour is key for chew-to-crisp texture. Rice flour adds structure; if gluten-free is needed, use only tapioca and a little cornstarch.
• Flavor variations: Add a pinch of coconut sugar, grated lime zest, or pandan for different aromatic profiles.

Nutritional Information for ขนมขนมผิง

Estimated nutrition per cookie (based on ~30 cookies per batch):

• Calories: ~65 kcal per cookie
• Carbohydrates: ~12 g
• Fat: ~2.5 g (mainly from coconut milk)
• Protein: ~1 g
• Allergens: Contains egg and coconut. Typically gluten-free if using tapioca and rice flours (verify labels).

Serving suggestion: 2–3 cookies (130–195 kcal) is a satisfying snack portion. Nutritional values are approximate and will vary with exact ingredient brands and portion sizes.

Conclusion: Enjoy Your ขนมขนมผิง

Making ขนมขนมผิง at home is a rewarding project for beginners and home cooks — the recipe is simple, forgiving, and yields crisp, flavorful coconut biscuits that pair beautifully with tea or coffee. Follow the tips above, experiment with flavor variations, and enjoy sharing these delicate Thai treats with friends and family. Happy baking and enjoy your ขนมขนมผิง!