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Maja Blanca

Maja Blanca is probably one of the easiest desserts that you can make. Made from coconut milk, cornstarch, and sugar is also known as Coconut Pudding.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: coconut pudding, maja blanca recipe
Servings: 6 servings
Calories:
Author: Mia

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups coconut Milk use 1 cup to dilute in 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • cup condense milk
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup fresh milk
  • 1 cup corn kernel
  • tsp salt

Instructions

  • Grease bottom and sides of an 8-inch square pan or baking dish. Set aside.
  • In a pot, combine heavy whipping cream, 1 cup coconut milk, fresh milk, condensed milk, salt, and sugar. Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Add corn kernels and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and coconut milk and then whisk until cornstarch has completely dissolved.
  • Gradually add cornstarch mixture into the pot, stirring, until mixture thickens to a paste. Watch carefully, the mixture will thicken quickly.
  • Transfer mixture into prepared pan. Use an oiled spatula to smooth out and level the top.
  • Allow mixture to cool down, cover and then put in the fridge for at least an hour to set.

Preparing the Latik (Coconut milk curd)

  • You can do this while waiting for the maja blanca to set. Pour coconut milk in a pan. Over medium heat, bring to a boil until it curdles and turns into curds. Transfer in a bowl and set aside.
  • Remove the Maja Blanca from the fridge. Cut into squares and top with latik. Bon Appetit!