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Taho Parfait

A delicious Filipino breakfast dessert made with silken tofu, tapioca pearls, and a sweet brown sugar syrup.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: Parfait, Silken Tofu, Sweet Dessert, Taho, Tapioca
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

For the Taho Parfait

  • 1 pack Silken tofu Store-bought is fine.
  • 1 cup Tapioca pearls Quick-cooking variety preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar For the arnibal (syrup) preparation.
  • 1/2 cup Water For making arnibal.
  • Optional Chopped fruits (mango, berries) For garnish and additional flavor.
  • Optional Greek yogurt or whipped cream For a fancy touch.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Soak tapioca pearls in water for about 30 minutes or until they expand.
  • In a pot, combine brown sugar and water, then cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens into syrup (arnibal).
  • Prepare silken tofu by cutting it into cubes.

Cooking

  • Cook soaked tapioca pearls in boiling water until translucent and chewy.
  • Once the tapioca pearls are cooked, drain and rinse them under cold water.

Assembly

  • In a serving glass, layer silken tofu, followed by tapioca pearls, and drizzle with arnibal.
  • Repeat the layers as desired and top with optional chopped fruits and a dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream.
  • Serve warm for the best experience.

Notes

Taho Parfait can also be enjoyed chilled. Feel free to experiment with seasonal fruits like mango or ube as toppings. It's best fresh, but leftovers can be reheated separately.