How to Make the Perfect Easy Halo Halo Dessert
Filipino · Easy · 15 min · 4 servings
Easy Halo Halo Dessert is the ultimate kid friendly recipe from the Philippines combining colorful sweet toppings shaved ice and creamy leche flan in one spectacular glass. Children are absolutely delighted by this vibrant mix of textures and sweet flavors making it the most fun dessert they will ever assemble and eat.
Why this recipe works
This Easy Halo Halo Dessert recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 340 calories with 6g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 4 cups shaved ice or crushed ice
- 1 cup sweetened red beans
- 0.5 cup sweetened coconut strips macapuno
- 4 scoops ube purple yam ice cream
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 4 pieces small leche flan or store bought flan
- 0.5 cup sweetened banana saba or plantain
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Layer the Sweet Toppings
Into a large tall glass layer the sweetened red beans macapuno strips and sweetened banana at the bottom creating a colorful and delicious foundation.
Step 2: Add the Shaved Ice
Pile shaved ice generously on top of the toppings mounding it high above the glass rim for that classic dramatic halo halo presentation that kids love.
Step 3: Pour the Milk
Drizzle evaporated milk slowly over the shaved ice letting it seep down through the layers and saturate the toppings with creamy sweetness throughout.
Step 4: Top and Serve Immediately
Place a scoop of ube ice cream on top followed by a piece of leche flan and serve immediately with a long spoon encouraging kids to mix everything together before eating.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- ube ice cream → vanilla or coconut ice cream if ube is not available at your local store
- leche flan → store bought caramel pudding cups work well as a convenient and easy alternative
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Letting the shaved ice sit too long before serving which causes it to melt and dilute all the wonderful flavors
- Using regular ice cubes instead of shaved ice which creates an unpleasant chunky texture instead of the soft fluffy snow like consistency
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 340 calories, 6g protein, 62g carbs, 8g fat, 2g fiber.
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