Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup condensed milk
- 1 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Saucepan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, evaporated milk, condensed milk, ube halaya, sugar, and water. Stir until well combined.
2. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and starts to boil.
3. Reduce the heat to low and add the cornstarch, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
4. Add the butter, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture, and stir until the butter is melted and well combined.
5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, and spread it evenly.
6. Let the mixture cool for 10-15 minutes, then sprinkle the toasted coconut flakes on top.
7. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, or until it is firm and set.
8. Cut the ube maja blanca into squares, and serve chilled.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours
Temperature:
Cooking temperature: Medium heat
Serving size:
This recipe makes 12 servings.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 290
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Protein: 3g
Sodium: 130mg
Sugar: 27g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of ube halaya, you can use mashed purple yam or taro root.
- Instead of coconut milk, you can use almond milk or soy milk.
- Instead of evaporated milk, you can use regular milk.
- Instead of condensed milk, you can use honey or maple syrup.
- Instead of cornstarch, you can use tapioca starch or arrowroot powder.
- Instead of sugar, you can use stevia or agave nectar.
Variations:
- You can add 1/2 cup of diced mango or pineapple to the mixture for a tropical twist.
- You can sprinkle crushed graham crackers on top instead of coconut flakes.
- You can add 1/4 cup of ube powder to the mixture for a stronger ube flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to whisk the mixture continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
- Use a non-stick baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent the mixture from sticking.
- Toast the coconut flakes in a dry pan over medium heat until golden brown, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- You can add a few drops of purple food coloring to the mixture for a brighter color.
Storage instructions:
Store the ube maja blanca in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
You can reheat the ube maja blanca in the microwave for 30 seconds, or in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the ube maja blanca on a platter or individual plates, garnished with fresh fruit or edible flowers.
Garnishes:
- Fresh fruit (mango, pineapple, kiwi, etc.)
- Edible flowers (hibiscus, lavender, rose petals, etc.)
- Crushed graham crackers
- Whipped cream
Pairings:
- Hot tea or coffee
- Coconut water
- Mango juice
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled shrimp skewers
- Steamed vegetables
- Garlic rice
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too thick, add more water or milk to thin it out.
- If the mixture is too thin, add more cornstarch and cook it for a few more minutes until it thickens.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use clean and sanitized utensils and equipment when preparing the recipe.
- Store the ube maja blanca in the refrigerator at all times to prevent spoilage.
- Discard any leftovers that have been left at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Food history:
Maja blanca is a traditional Filipino dessert that is made with coconut milk, cornstarch, and sugar. Ube maja blanca is a variation that includes ube halaya, a popular Filipino ingredient made from purple yam.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Creamy
- Coconutty
- Ube-flavored
Serving suggestions:
Serve the ube maja blanca as a dessert after a Filipino-inspired meal, or as a sweet snack anytime of the day.
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Region: Philippine