Ube Cake Pops – Fun Filipino Dessert for Parties

Delicious Ube Cake Pops made from vibrant purple yam for a unique treat.

Introduction Ingredients Mix ube cake crumbs and frosting How to get the perfect texture Form balls Chilling time matters Dip in coating Dipping tips that actually work Decorate Easy finishing touches Common Questions Ready to party with purple Introduction Ube Cake Pops are my secret weapon when a party sneaks up and I need a …

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Ube Leche Flan Cups – Filipino Dessert for Parties

Ube Leche Flan Cups served elegantly, showcasing their vibrant purple hue and creamy texture.

Ingredients Layer ube and flan Step by step layering Pro tips Steam How to steam gently Chill Unmolding without drama Serve with caramel syrup Common Questions Sweet little cups that steal the show Ube Leche Flan Cups are my go-to party dessert when I want something colorful, creamy, and totally stress free. You know that …

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Ube Cheesecake Bars – Filipino Party Dessert

Delicious Ube Cheesecake Bars with creamy filling and colorful ube layers.

Introduction Ingredients What you’ll need Pan size and setup Mix crust and ube filling Make the crust Whip the ube cheesecake Bake Doneness test Chill and cut into bars Common Questions How do I avoid cracks on top? Can I use a different pan size? What if I can’t find ube halaya? Can I make …

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Mini Puto Cheesecakes – Filipino Dessert Fusion

Mini Puto Cheesecakes made from scratch with colorful toppings and soft texture.

Mini Puto Cheesecakes – Filipino Dessert Fusion for Busy Sweet Tooths Ingredients What you’ll need Make cheesecake batter Easy, smooth, and not too sweet Add puto base Light, fluffy, and ready in minutes Steam or bake Choose your method Chill Common Questions Quick answers to help you nail it Ready to make a batch for …

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Mango Graham Cups – Easy Filipino Dessert for Parties

Delicious Mango Graham Cups with layers of cream, mango, and graham cracker crumbs.

Ingredients Layer graham crackers, cream, and mango Make the cream Crush the crackers Layer like a pro Smart layering tips Chill and serve Common Questions Can I make Mango Graham Cups ahead? What if I can’t find graham crackers? How do I adjust sweetness? Can I make this dairy-free? Can I freeze the cups? Final …

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Cassava Cake Bites – Filipino Dessert for Kids

Delicious and chewy Cassava Cake Bites topped with coconut milk custard.

Ingredients Mix Cassava Batter Bake Cut into Squares Serve Common Questions Go On, Give It a Go: Cassava Cake Bites Win Every Time Cassava Cake Bites always come up when I’m hunting for a dessert that’ll get kids actually excited, not just quietly nibbling. You know those days when everyone’s buzzing around the kitchen waiting …

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Chocolate Puto – Filipino Steamed Chocolate Cupcakes

Delicious Chocolate Puto, a sweet Filipino steamed cake made with cocoa and flour.

Ingredients Mix cocoa batter Steam Cool and Serve Common Questions Sweet Endings Are the Best Chocolate Puto is my favorite fix for when you want something chocolatey, but regular cupcakes just feel meh. You know those days you just do not wanna crank up the oven? Maybe it is hot. Maybe you are tired. That …

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Turon Bites – Mini Banana Lumpia Rolls for Kids

Turon Bites - Filipino banana lumpia filled with saba and jackfruit, drizzled in caramel.

Ingredients Prepare banana filling Roll in wrappers Fry and serve Common Questions Why Turon Bites Need to Be Your Next Snack Obsession Turon Bites are the little snack I wish I’d had as a kid, especially on days when my appetite seemed bigger than my shoes. Ever tried bribing a picky eater with veggies? No …

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Mini Cheese Puto – Steamed Filipino Rice Cakes for Kids

Deliciously soft and fluffy Cheese Puto Bites, traditional Filipino steamed rice cakes.

Ingredients Mix rice flour batter Steam with cheese topping Cool and serve Common Questions Try This Kid-Friendly Puto Bites Recipe! Cheese Puto Bites always save the day at birthday parties or just chill afternoons with the kids (or honestly, anyone hungry after a long school run). There’s a special kind of struggle when your little …

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Mini Ube Pancake Bites – Sweet & Fun Filipino Breakfast

Delicious Ube Pancake Bites served warm with toppings and powdered sugar.

Ingredients Mix Ube Batter Pour into Mini Molds Cook and Serve Topping Ideas Common Questions Go Try These Little Purple Beauties! Ube Pancake Bites for breakfast? Oh, heck yes. We’ve all had those mornings—you’re running late, the kids are hangry (or maybe you’re the hangry one), and you just can’t face another boring piece of …

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Crockpot Mango Sticky Rice Pudding – Filipino‑Inspired Dessert for Crowd

Filipino Crockpot Mango Sticky Rice Pudding topped with coconut and fresh mango slices.

Cheat Mango Sticky Rice With Rice Cooker Ingredients You Need Notes for Thai Mango Sticky Rice Thai vs Chinese Black Rice Where To Find Thai Black Rice Serving Suggestions Common Questions Ready to Win the Next Potluck? So here’s the thing: Filipino Crockpot Mango Sticky Rice Pudding is straight-up my secret weapon when I need …

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Crockpot Leche Flan Cheesecake – Filipino Dessert in Slow Cooker

Filipino Crockpot Leche Flan Cheesecake with golden caramel topping

How to Make Flan in the Instant Pot Nutrition Facts for Flan Recipes Tips for Perfecting Your Flan Variations of Flan: Explore Different Flavors Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Flan Common Questions This Dessert Could Win a Prize, Seriously Okay, so Filipino Crockpot Leche Flan Cheesecake—yeah, I know, that’s a mouthful—has totally changed dessert …

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Filipino Cassava Cake

Homemade Filipino Cassava Cake topped with coconut and served on a plate.

Filipino Cassava Cake is a beloved dessert that showcases the rich flavors and textures of the Philippines. This delightful treat has become a staple in Filipino celebrations, known for its chewy, dense consistency and creamy coconut flavor. With its subtle sweetness and comforting warmth, Cassava Cake is perfect for special occasions or as a cozy …

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Palitaw: Filipino Sweet Rice Cakes with Sesame

Homemade palitaw rice cakes, chewy rice dumplings coated with coconut and sesame seeds.

What Is Palitaw? Ingredients You Need to Make Palitaw Are Palitaw and Pichi Pichi the Same? Palitaw Recipe More to Love from The Kitchn Common Questions If you’ve ever seen palitaw rice cakes at a Filipino potluck and thought, “What in the world are those chewy little cloud things?” Yup, been there. Honestly, I only …

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Easy Kutsinta (Steamed Brown Rice Cakes)

Delicious kutsinta, a traditional Filipino steamed rice cake made with brown sugar and lye water.

Ingredients Steam steps Tips Story Accessibility Okay, so the other day I was searching for a truly doable kutsinta recipe easy style (my cousin kept nagging me for her favorite snack, bless her impatience) and honestly, most recipes looked like they’d need a full pantry re-stock. Nope—no thanks. You’re probably tired of over-complicated directions too, …

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