Must-Try Varieties of Kerala Appam

RIVANSHI RAKHRAI

Also known as rose cookies, these crispy, flower-shaped appams are made with rice flour, coconut milk, and cardamom, deep-fried for a crunchy texture and delightful aroma.

Achappam

Made with rice flour, coconut milk, and toddy, kallappam has a slightly sour taste and pairs well with spicy curries or chutneys.

Kallappam

Also called unniyappam, these sweet appams are made with jaggery, rice flour, and ripe bananas, fried in ghee for a rich taste, often enjoyed during festivals.

Nei Appam

Thin strands of rice flour batter are steamed into cakes, known as string hoppers, creating a unique side dish.

Idiyappam

Featuring a cracked egg cooked in the center, this variation offers a delicious blend of soft egg and crispy appam, perfect for breakfast or a quick meal.

Muttai Appam

Made with raw rice and grated coconut, vellayappam has a thick, fluffy texture ideal for soaking up spicy gravies or sweet syrups.

Vellayappam

Also called "milk appam," this variant includes coconut milk in the batter for a richer, creamier texture. It's a popular breakfast or snack, often served with sweetened coconut milk or stew.

Palappam