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Kalamay sa Latik

Kalamay sa Latik is a sweet treat, characterized by its rich, chewy texture and the irresistible aroma of sweet coconut curd syrup. A delightful Filipino delicacy that's great as dessert or snack.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: kalamay sa latik, kalamay sa latik recipe
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 299kcal
Author: Mia

Ingredients

Kalamay

  • 1 1/2 cup glutinous rice flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup white granulated sugar

Syrup

  • 1 cup water
  • 5 tbsp white granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Latik (Coconut Curd)

  • 1 cup coconut milk

Instructions

Making the Latik (Coconut Curd)

  • Pour coconut milk in a pan. Over medium heat, bring to a boil until it curdles and turn into curds. Strain to separate the oil and place in a bowl. Set aside.
    1 cup coconut milk

Making the Kalamay

  • Grease 2 llaneras (leche flan molds) or small round baking pan with latik oil. Set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, place glutinous rice flour, sugar, and water. Mix until fully incorporated and no traces of flour is left.
    1 1/2 cup glutinous rice flour, 1 cup water, 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
  • Transfer mixture in prepared greased llanera or pan.
  • Place llanera or pan in a steamer and steam for 30 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  • Carefully remove kalamay form steamer and allow to cool down in room temperature.

Making the Syrup

  • In a saucepan, over low-medium heat, add water, white sugar and brown sugar, vanilla extract, a pinch of salt and latik (coconut curd).
    1 cup water, 5 tbsp white granulated sugar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 pinch salt
  • Mix to combine and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Assembly

  • Cut kalamay into smaller pieces depending on you personal preference using a greased knife or kitchen scissors.
  • Place syrup in serving bowls then place some pieces of kalamay and add langka strips. Serve and enjoy. Bon appetit

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Nutrition

Serving: 6g | Calories: 299kcal | Carbohydrates: 51.6g | Protein: 2.9g | Fat: 9.5g | Saturated Fat: 8.5g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 2.2g | Sugar: 20g | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg