Category: Dessert Recipes
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Egg Pie
Egg pie is a sweet indulgence from the roots of Philippines and is a classic favorite in the Filipino local markets. A crunchy buttery crust compliments the soft and smooth texture giving the taste buds full satisfaction. The pie has rich custard filling which when baked gives a nice brown color on the top making…
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Pan de Coco
Pan de Coco or simply coconut bread is a slightly sweet, coconut enriched buns complimenting various meals. Originally from Spain, the rich buns are now the oldest running breads in the Filipino bakery platter. The coconut buns are found all over the bakeries in Philippines and have become an absolute favorite. These soft buns are…
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Yema Cake
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Spanish Bread
In the Philippines, the type of bread known as Spanish bread, which is a moist and soft bread filled with margarine and sugar, is one such dish as it has nothing to do with the Spanish cuisine. The bread is a Filipino breakfast staple food whose making is similar to that of cinnamon and is…
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Macaroons
A dessert that is rich in historical background – that is Macaroons the Filipino version. The word macaroon is actually a term that is used to refer to any lightly baked confection – usually as small cakes or cookies. The Filipino version is a different kind in that it uses coconut as its main ingredients…
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Buko Salad
Every household in the Philippines has their own way of preparing buko salad – a delicious concoction for dessert. In most cases, it is prepared with canned fruits, cream, sweetened milk and young coconut (shredded) to complete the equation. However, you can also add other ingredients such as kernels and cubed cheese. The ingredients actually…
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Palitaw
Palitaw is one of the most delectable deserts in the Philippines. It appears to be small, flat and tastes sweet – sometimes called rice cake serve as desert in Philippine restaurants and in many homes. It can be made from malagkit (sticky rice) washed, soaked and grounded. It sure does have a weird name but…
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Mamon (Filipino Sponge Cake)
Philippine cuisine would not be complete without the bread and pastries category. Among the sundry of delectable treats out there, Mamon is considered as one of the popular pastries in the country. Mamon is a chiffon-type or sponge cake. Its name actually has its roots from a Spanish term meaning breast. It is also called…
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Turon
If you are in search for a delicious Filipino dessert, Turon (otherwise known as Sweet Banana Rolls) would be one of the foods that you must try. The wrapper used in this dessert is similar to the ones used in making Lumpia. Did you know that “turon” comes from “Turron de Banana,” which is a…
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Ginataang Bilo Bilo
Ginataang Bilo Bilo is a famous Filipino dish from all over the Philippines. This soft, chewy bilo bilo – or sticky rice is usually served in the afternoon as a delicious snack and is loved by all Filipinos – both the young and young at heart. It is best eaten freshly cooked and warm while…