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Ube Biko Recipe

Irresistible Ube Biko Recipe with Creamy Custard Topping

This Ube Biko recipe features sticky rice and purple yam with a creamy custard topping, making it a delightful no-bake dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sticky Rice
  • 2 cups glutinous rice Wash and drain well
  • 2 cups coconut milk Adds rich flavor
  • 1 cup water
For the Ube Mixture
  • 1 cup Ube (purple yam) Fresh or jarred
  • 1 cup evaporated milk Enhances creaminess
  • 1 cup condensed milk Adds sweetness
For the Custard Topping
  • 4 large egg yolks Essential for a creamy custard
  • 2 tablespoons flour Stabilizes the custard

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • medium pot
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with oil or butter.
  2. In a pot, combine 2 cups of coconut milk and 1 cup of water, then add washed glutinous rice and cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes.
  3. In another pot, combine 1 cup of Ube, 1 cup of coconut milk, and 1 cup of evaporated milk. Cook for 10-15 minutes until Ube is fork-tender, then mash and mix in 1 cup of condensed milk.
  4. Fold the Ube mixture into the sticky rice and spread it evenly in the baking dish.
  5. Whisk together 1 cup of condensed milk, 1 cup of evaporated milk, and 4 egg yolks, then mix in 2 tablespoons of flour until smooth.
  6. Pour the custard over the Ube rice layer and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15-25 minutes until the custard is set.
  7. Allow to cool before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ube Biko can be served in individual ramekins for a charming presentation. Adjust sweetness to taste before baking.

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