Ma Lai Gao (Malay Cake)

I was very excited when I stumbled upon the recipe for this cake in My Little Space and decided to try it straight away.  The steps seemed easy enough. I prepared my starter dough in the evening and left if in a covered container to proof overnight on the counter top. She did not state if I need to keep it in the fridge or not so I just assumed I am to leave it at room temperature.

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