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Maja Blanca (Coconut Milk Pudding)

Cuisine of the Philippines Maja blanca is a gelatin-like comfort food.

Maja Blanca (Coconut Milk Pudding) prepared recipe
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  • Read all 6 method steps from beginning to end.
  • Measure and arrange all 7 listed ingredients.
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Method

  1. 01

    In a bowl, dissolve cornstarch in 1 cup of coconut milk. Set aside.

  2. 02

    In a pot, combine the remaining coconut milk, condensed milk, coconut cream, and sugar. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.

  3. 03

    Gradually pour the cornstarch mixture into the pot while continuously stirring. Lower the heat and continue stirring until the mixture thickens, about 10–15 minutes.

  4. 04

    If desired, add corn kernels into the mixture and stir for an additional 2–3 minutes.

  5. 05

    Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish or other mold. Let it cool and set for at least an hour in the refrigerator.

  6. 06

    Once set, slice the pudding into squares and sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top before serving.

Ready to serve

Serve the dish as directed and enjoy it while it is at its best.

Bon appétit — enjoy your meal!
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Source & licence

This recipe was adapted and reformatted from Wikibooks Cookbook . Text: CC BY-SA 4.0. Image: CC BY-SA 4.0, credited to kawalingpinoy; view original image record .