Cool off with Mais Con Yelo, a delightful Filipino summer treat that combines sweet corn kernels, creamy condensed and evaporated milk, and clouds of shaved ice in a perfect fusion of tropical sweetness and icy refreshment. This no-cook dessert takes just 10 minutes to prepare and offers layers of flavor with optional toppings like leche flan for indulgence or crispy cornflakes for added crunch. Perfectly customizable, this recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic Filipino favorite at home. Serve up this "sweet corn with ice" dessert for a refreshing snack or end to a meal that will transport your taste buds straight to the Philippines.
1. Prepare your ingredients by draining the sweet corn if using canned corn or boiling and cooling fresh corn. Reserve some corn syrup from the can if you would like to use it for additional sweetness.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn kernels, sugar, and the reserved corn syrup (if using). Stir well and set aside for 2-3 minutes to let the flavors infuse.
3. In a large serving glass or bowl, layer half a cup of the shaved ice at the bottom.
4. Add a few spoonfuls of the sweetened corn mixture on top of the shaved ice.
5. Drizzle a generous amount of sweetened condensed milk and evaporated milk over the corn and ice layer.
6. Repeat the layers with the remaining shaved ice, corn mixture, and milk, ensuring an even distribution of flavors.
7. If desired, top with a slice of leche flan for a richer dessert or add crispy cornflakes or puffed rice for texture.
8. Serve immediately with a spoon and straw. Enjoy your creamy, icy Mais Con Yelo!
Calories |
1752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 33.8 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 208 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 742 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.1 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 282.7 g | ||
| Protein | 45.3 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 1338 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2231 mg | 47% | |
*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.