Maja Blanca (Coconut Pudding)
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Maja Blanca (Coconut Pudding)

Maja blanca is a thick, sweet, coconut-flavored pudding with sweet corn kernels and toasted coconut. It is a favorite dessert in the Philippines.

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
150 min
Servings
10

Instructions

  1. 1

    {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Butter an 8-inch baking dish or pie pan and set aside. Mix together 1/2 cup water and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth; set aside.'}

  2. 2

    {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Combine the coconut milk, 3/4 cup water, and sugar in a saucepan over low heat and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil, add the corn kernels, and stir in the cornstarch mixture, stirring quickly to avoid lumps as it becomes very thick. Return 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.'}

  3. 3

    {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Place the coconut flakes in a dry skillet over medium heat and stir to toast. Watch 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

Per serving (10 servings total)

119
Calories
1 g
Protein
18 g
Carbs
5 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
10 mg
Sodium
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/189441/maja-blanca-coconut-pudding/
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