How long can I store leftovers?

Leftover components can be stored separately for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Can I make this ahead?

You can prepare and chill the ingredients ahead, but assemble just before serving to keep the ice from melting.

What can I substitute for crushed ice?

Finely shaved ice or even store-bought ice shaved at home can work well!

Can I use alternative milk?

Yes, you can use coconut milk or almond milk for a different flavor profile.

Are there any dietary tweaks?

Use low-fat or non-dairy alternatives for a lighter version, and be sure to select sugar-free or natural sweeteners if preferred.

Luscious Philippine Halo-Halo with Fruity Condiments

Name: Luscious Philippine Halo-Halo with Fruity Condiments
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 2 cups sweetened red mung beans; 2 cups sweetened coconut strips (macapuno); 1 cup sugar palm fruit (kaong); 1 cup sweetened jackfruit strips; 1 cup sweetened white kidney beans; 6 cups crushed ice; 1 cup evaporated milk; 1/2 cup simple syrup; 1/2 cup sweetened nata de coco; 1 cup leche flan, sliced; 1 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam); 1/2 cup puffed rice (pinipig); 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream

A vibrant and refreshing dessert

Halo-Halo is a popular Filipino dessert that combines a delightful mixture of crushed ice, sweet syrup, jellies, and tropical fruits. Topped with leche flan and purple yam, it's a colorful treat perfect for hot days.

30 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Halo-Halo Base

2 cups sweetened red mung beans

2 cups sweetened coconut strips (macapuno)

1 cup sugar palm fruit (kaong)

1 cup sweetened jackfruit strips

1 cup sweetened white kidney beans

For the Ice and Syrup

6 cups crushed ice

1 cup evaporated milk

1/2 cup simple syrup

1/2 cup sweetened nata de coco

For the Toppings

1 cup leche flan, sliced

1 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)

1/2 cup puffed rice (pinipig)

1/2 cup vanilla ice cream

Preparation

Preparing the Ingredients

Drain Fruits

Drain all canned and jarred fruits well to remove excess syrup.

Chill Ingredients

Chill all sweetened ingredients in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Ensure all fruits are drained to keep the Halo-Halo from becoming too watery.

Preparing the Ice and Syrup

Crush Ice

Crush ice finely or purchase crushed ice from a local store.

Mix Syrup

Mix the evaporated milk and simple syrup in a small bowl. Chill until ready to use.

Assemble Halo-Halo just before serving to maintain its texture and temperature.

Cooking Process

Layering the Glass

In a tall glass, layer generous amounts of sweetened beans, coconut strips, palm fruit, jackfruit, and white kidney beans.

Adding the Ice

Pack the glass with crushed ice on top of the fruit layers.

Final Touch

Drizzle with the prepared syrup, top with leche flan, a scoop of ube halaya, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and sprinkle with puffed rice.

Plating & Serving