Best 6 Maja Blanca Recipes

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**Maja Blanca: A Delightful Filipino Coconut Custard Dessert**

Maja Blanca is a beloved Filipino dessert known for its creamy, rich, and slightly sweet coconut flavor. This classic custard is made with coconut milk, cornstarch, sugar, and various flavorings such as vanilla, pandan, or citrus zest. It is typically served chilled and can be garnished with toasted coconut flakes, grated cheese, or fresh fruits. Maja Blanca is a staple dessert in many Filipino celebrations and gatherings, and it is also a popular street food.

This article provides three variations of the Maja Blanca recipe:

1. **Classic Maja Blanca**: This recipe introduces the traditional version of Maja Blanca, using coconut milk, cornstarch, sugar, and vanilla extract as the main ingredients. It highlights the simplicity and authenticity of this timeless dessert.

2. **Pandan Maja Blanca**: This recipe adds a vibrant green color and aromatic flavor to the classic Maja Blanca by incorporating pandan leaves. Pandan is a Southeast Asian plant known for its unique fragrance and is commonly used in Filipino cuisine.

3. **Mango Maja Blanca**: This recipe elevates the Maja Blanca with the addition of fresh mango chunks, creating a tropical and refreshing twist. It combines the creamy coconut custard with the sweet and tangy flavor of ripe mangoes, making it a perfect dessert for warm weather.

Each recipe includes detailed instructions, ingredient lists, and cooking tips to guide readers in creating these delicious Maja Blanca variations. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner looking to explore Filipino desserts, this article provides everything you need to make a delightful and authentic Maja Blanca.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MAJA BLANCA (COCONUT PUDDING)



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This is a popular dessert among Filipinos. It can be served with different presentations. Ordinarily, when served in the Philippines, it will contain small kernels of sweet corn inside and topped with flakes of roasted coconut meat. Often it will also have shredded Cheddar cheese on top.

Provided by Your Cooking Papa

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Filipino

Time 2h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup water
½ cup cornstarch
1 cup coconut milk
¾ cup water
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup fresh sweet corn kernels
¼ cup sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Butter an 8-inch baking dish or pie pan, and set aside. Mix 1/2 cup of water with the cornstarch in a bowl, and stir until smooth.
  • Combine the coconut milk, 3/4 cup of water, and sugar in a saucepan over low heat, and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Bring the mixture to a boil, add the corn kernels, and then stir in the cornstarch mixture, stirring quickly to avoid lumps as it becomes very thick. Bring the mixture back to a boil, and simmer until fully thickened and smooth, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes. Pour the maja blanca into the prepared dish, and set aside to cool until firm, about 2 hours.
  • Place the coconut flakes in a dry skillet over medium heat, and stir to toast. Watch them carefully so they don't burn. Remove the toasted coconut flakes to a bowl, let cool, and sprinkle over the pudding before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 10.3 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

MAJA BLANCA



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Maja blanca is a Filipino favorite kakanin (dessert or snack.) This dish is sweet, delicate, soft, and creamy. Good for dessert.

Provided by laarni

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Filipino

Time 2h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups thin coconut milk
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 cups thin coconut milk
¾ cup cream-style corn
½ cup cornstarch
½ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons corn kernels

Steps:

  • Bring 2 cups coconut milk to a boil; stir constantly until oil begins to separate from the milk, about 30 minutes. Skim and reserve oil in a bowl. Reduce heat to medium-low and add 3 tablespoons sugar to remaining milk. Continue to cook and stir until milk becomes brown and crumbly, about 30 minutes more. Remove latik from heat.
  • Grease an 8-inch mold or pie dish with reserved coconut oil.
  • Heat remaining 2 cups coconut milk, cream-style corn, cornstarch, 1/2 cup sugar, and corn kernels in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Pour corn mixture into prepared mold. Cool until maja blanca is set.
  • Cover mold with a plate and invert maja blanca onto the plate. Slice maja blanca and sprinkle with latik.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 56.2 mg, Sugar 12 g

MAJA BLANCA (FILIPINO WHITE PUDDING)



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I tried this coconut-flavored treat when I needed something to take to a pot luck for my Filipino-American Experience class. It comes from Phillipine Recipes Made Easy (which seems to have a lot of authentic Filipino dishes). It seems to be just like the Hawaiian Haupia to me, except some Haupias have fruit mixed in. To dilute coconut milk, use 1/2-3/4 cup water to every 1 cup of milk. Make sure you use coconut MILK and NOT coconut CREAM or JUICE. Also, be sure to vigorously shake the can of milk before opening it or you will end up with separated layers that won't blend as well when heated.

Provided by the_cookie_lady

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups diluted coconut milk
1 cup toasted sweetened flaked coconut, topping

Steps:

  • Lightly grease an 8" square or round pan with vegetable oil and set aside.
  • In a non-stick pan over medium heat, bring coconut milk and sugar to a gentle boil, blending well.
  • In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water throughly until smooth. Slowly add this mixture, stirring fast until thickened (about 2-4 minutes) and fully cooked. Make sure to stir continuously or it may scorch on the bottom.
  • Transfer into the prepared pan and let cool until firmly set. Slice diagonally into serving pieces.Sprinkle toasted coconut topping on maja just before eating to retain the crunch.

MAJA BLANCA MAIZ (CORN PUDDING)



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A simple and delicious dessert of corn pudding made with canned cream of corn and rice flour. Serve with Latik (Fried Coconut Milk Curd) for a true Filipino experience.

Provided by lola

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Filipino

Time 1h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ⅔ cups coconut milk
1 (14.5 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 cup rice flour
1 cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Mix thoroughly the coconut milk, cream-style corn, rice flour, and sugar in a non-stick pot over medium heat. Stir frequently while cooking until thick, about 30 minutes. Pour into a serving platter with ridges, or a tray, and let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 120.6 mg, Sugar 21.3 g

MAJA BLANCA (SWEET COCONUT PUDDING)



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This is a Filipino dessert for all occasions. Its cheap, easy to make, and when cooked right...really creamy and tasty. Its main ingredients are coconut milk and cornstarch. I usually get my own coconut milk from the actual fruit and not from store-bought canned coconut milk.

Provided by grl_Friday_28

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 1 pan, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups coconut milk
1 cup cornstarch
1 cup white sugar or 1 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup condensed milk
3/4 cup fresh milk
3/4 cup all purpose cream
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup corn kernel
cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook 4 cups of coconut milk in a casserole at low heat.
  • 2. Mix the cornstarch and sugar into a bowl with the fresh milk and stir until the cornstarch and sugar is dissolved.
  • 3. When the coconut milk is heated, mix in the cornstarch, sugar, milk mixture.
  • 4. Add the butter and corn kernel.
  • 5. Constantly stir all the ingredients in low heat (this is important! you don't want them to cook in clumps).
  • 6. You will know that the maja blanca is already cooked when it is pasty and there is no grainy feeling on your palate once you taste it.
  • 7. Transfer the mixture into a flat glass container.
  • 8. Grate cheese on top of the maja blanca and place inside the fridge. It's tastier when its served cool.

MAJA BLANCA (FILIPINO WHITE PUDDING) RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Maja Blanca (Filipino White Pudding) Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by á-6136

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 1/2 cups white sugar (1/2 kilograms)
1 tall can evaporated milk
3/4 cup cornstarch (200 grams)
coconut milk extracted from one really large coconut about 7 cans using the milk can as measuring unit (I used 4 packs of the handy coconut milk powder dissolved in 7 cans of water)
1 can Del Monte cream-style sweet corn.

Steps:

  • In a large sauce pan or mixing bowl, combine the coconut milk and evaporated milk. Add in sugar and cornstarch and stir until fully dissolved and incorporated. In a large pan or heavy casserole over medium-low heat, cook the coconut milk mixture with regular stirring. Continue cooking until the mixture starts to thicken and a gravy-consistency is attained. Remove the pan from heat and slowly fold in the cream-style sweet corn into the mixture. Stir to evenly combine. Return the pan to the burner and resume cooking with continuous stirring. In the meantime, prepare and lightly oil moulds to hold the "maja blanca" which in my case are two cake pans. Continue the slow cooking until the mixture becomes quite sticky. Taste to ensure that the cornstarch and coconut milk are properly cooked through. While still hot, carefully pour the thick mixture into the cake pans. Level it off and let stand to cool down. It will solidify as it cools. When no longer hot, transfer inside the fridge to further chill and develop a firmer texture. When serving, transfer it upside down on a wide platter, slice to your desired shapes and serve to your families and friends. If you like, you can carry out an extra step and prepare topping such as toasted grated coconut ("budbod") or even "latik" if you have time. Our group can wait no longer so we'll pass on that for the moment. :-)

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. Fresh coconut milk, corn, and vegetables will give your maja blanca the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the maja blanca. It should be cooked until it is just set, but not so long that it becomes rubbery.
  • Chill the maja blanca before serving. This will help it to firm up and make it easier to cut.
  • Garnish the maja blanca with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include grated coconut, toasted nuts, and fresh fruit.
  • Serve the maja blanca cold or at room temperature. It is a refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

Conclusion:

Maja blanca is a delicious and easy-to-make Filipino dessert. It is made with coconut milk, corn, sugar, and tapioca pearls. This classic Filipino dessert is perfect for any occasion. It is a staple dessert in many Filipino celebrations. Whether you're looking for a refreshing dessert to serve at your next party or a sweet treat to enjoy on a hot summer day, maja blanca is the perfect choice.

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