Ube Biko Flan: Indulgent Twist on a Classic Filipino Delight
This Ube Biko Flan is a delicious fusion of traditional Filipino biko and creamy flan, offering a unique and indulgent dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Filipino
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup glutinous rice
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 cup ube puree
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
- 1 can condensed milk
Instructions
- Rinse the glutinous rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a pot, combine the rinsed rice and coconut milk, then cook on low heat until the rice is tender and the mixture is thick, stirring occasionally.
- Mix in the ube puree, sugar, and vanilla extract, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and condensed milk until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture into a greased baking dish, then layer the ube rice mixture on top.
- Bake in a water bath at 350°F (175°C) for 45-60 minutes or until set.
- Let cool, refrigerate, and serve chilled.
Notes
- Ensure the rice is well-cooked and creamy for the best texture.
- You can use fresh ube if available for a more authentic flavor.