Halo Halo Hawaiian Filipino Dessert
Dive into tropical indulgence with Halo Halo Hawaiian Filipino Dessert, a delightful fusion of textures and flavors inspired by the Philippines and Hawaii. This vibrant treat layers sweetened red beans, macapuno coconut strings, ripe jackfruit, nata de coco, and tropical fruit cocktail beneath a fluffy mound of shaved ice. Drizzled with evaporated and condensed milk, it’s topped with a scoop of creamy vanilla or ube ice cream and sprinkled with toasted pinipig for a satisfying crunch. The inclusion of soft lanka (Hawaiian sweet bread) adds a unique twist, making this dessert a true tropical treasure. Perfect for warm weather, this iconic Filipino classic embraces fruity sweetness and icy refreshment in every bite. Celebrate paradise on a plate with this easy-to-assemble, one-of-a-kind dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups shaved ice
- 1 cup sweetened red beans (adzuki or mung)
- 1 cup sweetened macapuno (coconut strings)
- 1 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
- 1 cup ripe jackfruit (thinly sliced, sweetened or fresh)
- 1 cup lanka (Hawaiian sweet bread cubes)
- 1 cup nata de coco (coconut jelly)
- 1 cup tropical fruit cocktail (pineapple, mango, papaya mix)
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 0.5 cup condensed milk
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream (or ube ice cream for an authentic touch)
- 0.5 cup toast pinipig (toasted rice flakes)
Instructions
Prepare all toppings and ingredients. Make sure the fruits are diced or sliced into bite-sized pieces and chilled before use.
In four large serving glasses or bowls, layer the sweetened red beans as the base layer.
Add the sweetened macapuno, sliced jackfruit, and nata de coco as separate layers over the beans.
Place a spoonful of ube halaya in each dish, spreading or dolloping it as desired.
Sprinkle the tropical fruit cocktail and cubed lanka (sweet bread) over the layers.
Generously mound 1 cup of shaved ice over the layered ingredients in each serving glass or bowl.
Drizzle 1/4 cup of evaporated milk and 2 tablespoons of condensed milk over the shaved ice in each serving.
Top each dessert with a scoop of vanilla or ube ice cream.
Sprinkle toasted pinipig on top for added crunch and texture.
Serve immediately with a long spoon, allowing guests to mix and enjoy the vibrant layers of this Halo Halo Hawaiian Filipino dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4469 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.2 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.9 g | 219% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 258 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 1633 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 861.6 g | 313% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.2 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 564.3 g | ||
| Protein | 87.6 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.2 mcg | 41% | |
| Calcium | 1956 mg | 150% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 5293 mg | 113% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
