Maja Blanca a Coconut Milk based cake Filipino dessert

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

sweet corn

🥗Healthier: fresh corn

💰Cheaper: canned corn

Fresh corn is healthier, while canned corn is budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat, while margarine is typically cheaper.

Combine coconut milk and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves.

Stir in cornstarch mixed with a little water until smooth and thickened.

Add whole kernel corn and mix well to combine.

Pour the mixture into a greased mold or dish.

Steam the mixture until set.

Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.

Refrigerate to firm up.

Once chilled, unmold the pudding onto a serving plate.

Cooking Techniques

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