Best 6 Bibingka Filipino Dessert Recipes

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Bibingka, a beloved Filipino delicacy, is a delectable steamed rice cake that holds a special place in the hearts of Filipinos. Often enjoyed during the Christmas season, bibingka's unique flavors and textures have made it a cherished treat that evokes warm memories and the spirit of the holidays. With its origins tracing back to precolonial times, bibingka has undergone various transformations, resulting in a diverse array of recipes that reflect the country's rich culinary heritage. This article presents a collection of bibingka recipes that capture the essence of this treasured Filipino dessert. From the classic bibingka galapong, made with glutinous rice flour, to modern variations like the bibingka with cheese and ube, these recipes offer a delightful culinary journey that showcases bibingka's versatility and enduring appeal. So, prepare your taste buds for a sweet and savory adventure as we delve into the world of bibingka, a true gem of Filipino cuisine.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEWY COCONUT BIBINGKA (FILIPINO RICE CAKE)



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A very coconutty and chewy rice flour dessert. Traditionally, this is baked in banana leaves, but my family prefers the crispy edges, which is why I use a sheet pan. I have been testing out several types of chewy desserts using rice flour, and this seems to be the favorite.

Provided by MattOlay V-H

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Filipino

Time 1h20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 stick butter, melted
4 eggs
2 (12 ounce) jars macapuno strings in heavy syrup
2 ½ cups sweet rice flour (mochiko)
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 12x17-inch rimmed baking sheet.
  • Beat condensed milk, coconut milk, and melted butter together in a large mixing bowl until combined. Add eggs, 1 at a time, and beat until combined. Add macapuno, 1 jar at a time, and beat until combined. Gradually beat in mochiko flour. Beat in brown sugar; beat in vanilla extract. Pour batter onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown and sides are slightly dark brown, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Allow to cool, about 20 minutes, before loosening the sides and cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.1 calories, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 46.7 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 69.8 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

BIBINGKA (FILIPINO RICE CAKE)



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A coconut-flavored, banana-leaf scented rice cake topped with caramelized coconut strips.

Provided by Yana Gilbuena

Categories     Breakfast     Dessert     Snack

Time 40m

Yield 1 eight-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 banana leaf, cut into two 8-inch-wide by 10-inch-long pieces (optional, see note)
2 ounces unsalted butter (4 tablespoons; 55g), melted, divided
3 ounces white rice flour (1/2 cup; 85g)
1 1/4 ounces sweet rice flour (1/4 cup; 40g), preferably mochiko (see note)
1 1/2 teaspoons (7g) baking powder
1/8 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt; for table salt, use half as much by volume
2 3/4 ounces sugar (1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons; 80g), plus extra for sprinkling
3/4 cup (175ml) full-fat coconut milk
1 large egg (1 3/4 ounces; 50g)
3 ounces (85g) macapuno, drained (see note)

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat to 375°F (190°C). If using banana leaf, rinse banana leaf pieces under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels. Working with one piece of banana leaf at a time, hold banana leaf with tongs about 2 inches above medium-high flame of a gas burner, turning every 3 to 5 seconds, until soft and pliable, about 15 seconds. Transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining piece of banana leaf. Place banana leaf pieces in an 8-inch anodized aluminum cake pan or cast iron skillet, arranging them in an overlapping configuration to completely cover the bottom and sides of the pan, pressing down on them with your hands to ensure they are flush with the pan. Brush evenly with 1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon; 15g) melted butter and set aside. Alternatively, if not using banana leaf, grease an 8-inch anodized aluminum cake pan or cast iron skillet with melted butter or pan spray and line with parchment ; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together white rice flour, sweet rice flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined, about 1 minute. This dry mixture will look homogeneous well before it truly is, so use patience at this stage, and whisk longer than may seem necessary.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ounce (2 tablespoons; 30g) melted butter, sugar, coconut milk, and egg, until sugar is dissolved and mixture is thoroughly combined. Add flour mixture to coconut milk mixture and whisk together until completely smooth and no dry flour remains, about 1 minute. Using a flexible spatula, fold batter once or twice from the bottom up, then scrape into prepared pan.
  • Bake until batter is beginning to set at the edges, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven and evenly distribute macapuno in a single layer over top. Return pan to oven and continue to bake until cake is puffed, edges are lightly browned, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with few moist crumbs attached, or to an internal temperature of around 200°F (93°C), about 12 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and preheat broiler. Brush top of cake with remaining melted butter and lightly sprinkle sugar evenly over top. Broil until cake is golden brown and macapuno is slightly caramelized, about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer pan to a wire rack and cool for 10 minutes. Run a butter knife along edges to loosen, then invert onto a wire rack, remove banana leaves or parchment, and place cake right side up on serving platter. Serve warm.

BIBINGKA - FILIPINO DESSERT



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Although this is a Filipino dish, I love it! It is dense, chewy and sweet with the taste of coconut. Not my photo but looks exactly like what mine is like.

Provided by Jo Anne Sugimoto

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 c mochiko
2 tsp baking powder
1 can(s) coconut milk (12 oz.)
3 c fresh milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c butter
3 c sugar
4 eggs

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together the mochiko and baking powder, set aside.
  • 2. In a medium bowl, stir together the coconut milk, fresh milk and vanilla extract.
  • 3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, beat well after each egg addition.
  • 4. Add alternately into the creamed mixture, the mochiko mixture and the milk mixture and mix thoroughly until smooth.
  • 5. Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
  • 6. Cool before cutting.

BIBINGKA (FILIPINO COCONUT-RICE CAKE)



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This recipe for bibingka, the celebratory rice cake traditionally eaten around Christmastime in the Philippines, comes from the New York restaurateur Nicole Ponseca. It's a savory side dish with an edge of sweetness, and she always includes it on her Thanksgiving table. Cooked in cast-iron for a deeply golden crust, and hiding slices of salty preserved eggs, the bibingka is topped with grated cheese that gets brown and crisp. Though Ms. Ponseca prefers bibingka without additional coconut on top, traditionalists may want to add a sprinkle.

Provided by Tejal Rao

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups/320 grams rice flour
1/2 cup/55 grams glutinous rice flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup/150 grams granulated sugar
1/3 cup/76 grams unsalted butter, melted, plus more melted butter for topping, and butter for greasing pan
1 1/2 cups/355 milliliters coconut milk
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1 banana leaf (optional)
1 salted duck egg, sliced (optional)
1 cup/80 grams grated queso de bola or Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup/52 grams grated coconut, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together rice flours, baking powder, salt and sugar. Make a well in the center and pour in melted butter, coconut milk and eggs. Whisk mixture until smooth.
  • Wash and dry banana leaf, if using, and line a 9-inch cast-iron skillet with it. (One leaf should be enough, but if more are needed, make sure to overlap leaves so there are no gaps.) Butter the leaf, and trim edges leaving a 1- to 2-inch overhang. Alternatively, generously grease skillet with butter.
  • Pour mixture into skillet and bake 15 minutes. Remove from oven and top with salted egg and cheese. Return skillet to oven until bibingka is golden and browned, and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes more. Brush with more melted butter and sprinkle with coconut, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 633, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 78 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 22 grams, Sodium 457 milligrams, Sugar 25 grams, TransFat 1 gram

EASY BIBINGKA RECIPE (FILIPINO RICE CAKE)



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This is the easiest and yummiest bibingka! Moist, tender, slightly gooey, and buttery rice cake. Why wait for Christmas when you can make these anytime of the year?

Provided by Mella

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup + 2 tbsp white sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1 cup coconut milk (canned, see note 1)
1 1/2 cup glutinous rice flour (see note 2)
1/2 cup rice flour
2 1/2 teaspoon baking powder (see note 3)
grilled banana leaves (for lining)
processed cheese (sliced into strips, divided-see note 4)
grated coconut or coconut flakes (unsweetened)
salted duck egg
coconut palm sugar

Steps:

  • Pre-heat the oven to 190c/375f. Grease large muffin cups with melted butter or line with grilled banana leaves. Place in an oven-proof tray.
  • In a small pot, melt butter slowly over low heat until it turns clear and brown. Watch carefully to prevent burning. Remove from heat and pour onto a heat-proof bowl. Residual. Let it cool completely.
  • In a large bowl, whisk brown butter and sugar. Add eggs, salt, vanilla, evaporated milk, and coconut milk. Whisk until sugar has completely dissolved.
  • Sift the rice flour, glutinous rice flour, and baking powder into a strainer over the liquid ingredients. Stir until well combined and lump-free.
  • Immediately fill the muffin cups with the bibingka batter. If the batter sits on the counter for a period of time, make sure to stir it well before pouring it over the muffin cups.
  • Top with a slice of cheese and sliced salted egg on top. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the top rack of the oven until the top is brown. Start checking at 10 minutes. Move the rice cakes to the middle rack and bake for another 10 to 12 minutes until the toothpick inserted comes out clean (see notes for oven types).
  • Let it cool completely. Sprinkle with sugar or grated coconut on top. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 280 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 16 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BIBINGKA (SWEET RICE FLOUR)



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Made with Mochiko (sweet rice flour) and coconut milk. This is one of my favorite Filipino desserts that I had growing up. Pieces of this dessert are like eating Pringles...you can't eat just one.

Provided by Chef Kimchee

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 24 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces mochiko sweet rice flour (1 box)
1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 ounces sour cream
14 ounces coconut milk (1 can)
1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and butter or spray a 9 x 13 glass dish.
  • Cream the butter, sugar and eggs in a bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients and blend well.
  • Pour into glass dish and bake for 40-50 minutes.
  • Edges should have a nice light brown color while the middle is a nice cream color. Eat hot or cold.
  • (Optional) I like to add the shredded coconut to the batter. For the last 15 minutes of baking, I also like to take some of the shredded coconut and sprinkle it to the top of the cake to toast the coconut. Very delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.9, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 49.8, Sodium 92.2, Carbohydrate 33.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 17.8, Protein 3

Tips:

  • Use fresh coconut milk for the best flavor. If you don't have access to fresh coconut milk, you can use canned coconut milk, but it is important to use full-fat coconut milk.
  • If you don't have glutinous rice flour, you can grind sweet rice into a fine powder using a blender or food processor.
  • To make sure the bibingka is cooked evenly, use a skewer to check the center. If it comes out clean, the bibingka is done.
  • Bibingka can be served hot or cold. It is traditionally served with grated coconut and sugar, but you can also serve it with other toppings such as fruit, ice cream, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Bibingka is a delicious and festive Filipino dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a sweet treat to serve at your next party or a special dessert to enjoy with your family, bibingka is a great choice.

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