Description
A classic Filipino cold dessert made with young coconut, pandan-flavored jelly, and a rich, sweet cream base.
Ingredients
1 sachet (25g) green unflavored gulaman (agar-agar) powder
4 cups coconut water or plain water
2 cups shredded young coconut meat (buko)
2 cans (250ml each) all-purpose cream, chilled
1 can (300ml) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 teaspoon pandan extract
1/2 cup small sago pearls (optional)
1/2 cup nata de coco (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: In a pot, stir the gulaman powder into 4 cups of water or coconut water until fully dissolved. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it reaches a boil.
Step 2: Add the pandan extract to the boiling liquid and stir once more. Pour the liquid into a flat rectangular container and allow it to set until firm. Once cooled, place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Remove the set jelly from the fridge and cut it into 1/2-inch cubes. Set them aside in a bowl.
Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chilled all-purpose cream and the condensed milk until the mixture is uniform and thick.
Step 5: Add the shredded young coconut, jelly cubes, sago pearls, and nata de coco (if using) into the cream mixture. Fold gently using a spatula until all components are evenly distributed.
Step 6: Transfer the dessert into a serving dish or individual containers. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4-5 hours before serving to ensure a thick, creamy consistency.
Notes
Always use chilled cream for a thicker base. Adjust condensed milk according to your sweetness preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg