Watalappan in Toronto
Authentic Sri Lankan watalappan in Toronto — coconut and jaggery custard, made fresh.
Watalappan is the Sri Lankan dessert everyone saves room for. It is a steamed custard made from coconut milk and jaggery (unrefined palm sugar), set with egg and spiced with cardamom and nutmeg. The jaggery gives it a deep caramel colour and a flavour closer to toffee than to plain sugar.
Why ours tastes the way it should
The jaggery is what matters. We use real palm jaggery, not brown sugar, and steam the custard slowly so it sets smooth and silky instead of grainy. A little cardamom and nutmeg, sometimes a few cashews on top, and that is it.
Order it for the weekend
Watalappan is made in batches on weekends and is a favourite to add to a catering order or take home for the family. Pickup or Uber Eats delivery in range.
How to get it
Add watalappan to any weekend order while it lasts. We are a weekend kitchen, so pickup is from our Scarborough location on Saturday and Sunday, 12 to 5. If you are inside our Uber Eats delivery range, we can also drop it at your door.
- Order on Uber Eats for delivery in range.
- Call or text (647) 449-2924 to set up weekend pickup.
- Feeding a group? Ask about halal catering in Scarborough.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is watalappan?
A Sri Lankan steamed custard made from coconut milk and jaggery, set with egg and spiced with cardamom and nutmeg. Rich, smooth and caramel-like.
Is it made with real jaggery?
Yes, we use real palm jaggery, which is what gives it the deep colour and toffee flavour.
Can I add it to a catering order?
Yes, it is a popular dessert to add to any weekend or catering order.