Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Filipino dessert with a tropical twist. Creamy Maja Blanca is a coconut pudding loaded with sweet corn, topped with toasted coconut for added crunch.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups coconut milk
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (canned or fresh)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut or latik (optional topping)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan, mix coconut milk, whole milk, sweet corn, sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and evaporated milk until smooth.
- Prepare Cornstarch Slurry: Dissolve cornstarch in water, then slowly add to the pot while stirring.
- Cook Mixture: Stir over medium heat until thickened, about 10–12 minutes.
- Set and Chill: Pour into a dish, cool for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Top and Serve: Add toasted coconut or latik before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use additional evaporated milk instead of whole milk.
- Latik (fried coconut milk curds) is a traditional Filipino topping for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
