Best 2 Maja Blanca Filipino White Pudding Recipes
Maja blanca is a traditional Filipino dessert that is made with coconut milk, cornstarch, sugar, and tapioca pearls. It is often served chilled and garnished with toasted coconut or fried plantains. This beloved dessert is a staple of Filipino cuisine and can be found in many Filipino restaurants and homes. It is frequently enjoyed during special occasions and gatherings, and various variations of the recipe exist. This article will explore the best recipe for cooking maja blanca filipino white pudding, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a successful and delicious outcome.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
MAJA BLANCA (FILIPINO WHITE PUDDING)
I tried this coconut-flavored treat when I needed something to take to a pot luck for my Filipino-American Experience class. It comes from Phillipine Recipes Made Easy (which seems to have a lot of authentic Filipino dishes). It seems to be just like the Hawaiian Haupia to me, except some Haupias have fruit mixed in. To dilute coconut milk, use 1/2-3/4 cup water to every 1 cup of milk. Make sure you use coconut MILK and NOT coconut CREAM or JUICE. Also, be sure to vigorously shake the can of milk before opening it or you will end up with separated layers that won't blend as well when heated.
Provided by the_cookie_lady
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Lightly grease an 8" square or round pan with vegetable oil and set aside.
- In a non-stick pan over medium heat, bring coconut milk and sugar to a gentle boil, blending well.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water throughly until smooth. Slowly add this mixture, stirring fast until thickened (about 2-4 minutes) and fully cooked. Make sure to stir continuously or it may scorch on the bottom.
- Transfer into the prepared pan and let cool until firmly set. Slice diagonally into serving pieces.Sprinkle toasted coconut topping on maja just before eating to retain the crunch.
MAJA BLANCA (FILIPINO WHITE PUDDING) RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by á-6136
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large sauce pan or mixing bowl, combine the coconut milk and evaporated milk. Add in sugar and cornstarch and stir until fully dissolved and incorporated. In a large pan or heavy casserole over medium-low heat, cook the coconut milk mixture with regular stirring. Continue cooking until the mixture starts to thicken and a gravy-consistency is attained. Remove the pan from heat and slowly fold in the cream-style sweet corn into the mixture. Stir to evenly combine. Return the pan to the burner and resume cooking with continuous stirring. In the meantime, prepare and lightly oil moulds to hold the "maja blanca" which in my case are two cake pans. Continue the slow cooking until the mixture becomes quite sticky. Taste to ensure that the cornstarch and coconut milk are properly cooked through. While still hot, carefully pour the thick mixture into the cake pans. Level it off and let stand to cool down. It will solidify as it cools. When no longer hot, transfer inside the fridge to further chill and develop a firmer texture. When serving, transfer it upside down on a wide platter, slice to your desired shapes and serve to your families and friends. If you like, you can carry out an extra step and prepare topping such as toasted grated coconut ("budbod") or even "latik" if you have time. Our group can wait no longer so we'll pass on that for the moment. :-)
Tips:
- To make the maja blanca extra creamy, use full-fat coconut milk and evaporated milk.
- For a richer flavor, toast the glutinous rice before grinding it into flour.
- If you don't have a blender or food processor, you can grate the cassava and sweet potatoes instead.
- Be careful not to overcook the maja blanca, or it will become tough.
- Serve the maja blanca warm or cold, topped with your favorite toppings.
Conclusion:
Maja blanca is a delicious and versatile Filipino dessert that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you like it warm or cold, topped with fruit or nuts, or simply enjoyed on its own, maja blanca is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this classic Filipino dessert a try.
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