Filipino Dessert Recipes

I used to enjoy my own recipes but it's more satisfying if I'll share it to others. This cookie recipe is one of my favorite Filipino foods which is tasty, nutritious, and affordable. It's so delicious and quick melting to the mouth up to the last bite...

A traditional Filipino coconut milk-based dessert with my own personal modifications to make it quick, easy, and palatable to even the most wary and picky eaters. Serve warm in bowls.

An easy-to-make Filipino dessert made of cassava. Ingredients are available in most Asian or Filipino stores. My niece made this when I visited them in Columbus, Ohio. We bought the ingredients at an Asian store.

A delicious Philippines snack made from the ube (purple yam).

A simple and delicious dessert of corn pudding made with canned cream of corn and rice flour. Serve with Latik (Fried Coconut Milk Curd) for a true Filipino experience.

This delicious Filipino dessert is usually prepared for special occasions. Slow-baking is necessary so the mixture is smooth when done.

This simplified banana filling is a favorite Filipino treat. It is also known as turon, using burro bananas cut lengthwise (instead of my sliced version), sprinkled with brown sugar, then rolled like an egg roll. I decided to fold this in a cute triangle shape inspired by my favorite Vietnamese sandwich shop. Drizzle with chocolate or caramel for a prettier presentation.

Purple yams bring brilliant color to these sweet and chewy coconut mochi cakes. For an extra flourish, you can top them with diced fresh mango. Candied pineapple or dried papaya are also good toppers.

This a Filipino delicacy! Milk candies are very easy to make. They are soft and sweet and perfect to bring for any gatherings. No cooking required.

A comfort food commonly shared in Filipino potlucks and afternoon parties. It can be a dessert or a snack and is best served with iced tea or fruit juice.

This is a Filipino dessert that's very easy to make using broas or ladyfingers as the cake sponge. This recipe is healthier than regular crema de fruta because I reduced the amount of sugar and fat.

An American tweak from an all-time favorite Filipino comfort food Champorado. This can be served either hot or cold. Sprinkle some orange zest for garnish or splash evaporated milk over it before serving.