Turn nutrient-packed kalabasa (squash) into these golden, crispy breadsticks – a secret veggie snack that’s both delicious and wholesome! Perfect for merienda, school baon, or as a healthy side, these breadsticks are naturally sweet, fiber-rich, and loaded with vitamin A.
👁️ Eye-Health Boost – Kalabasa is rich in beta-carotene (hello, vitamin A!)
👶 Sneaky Veggie Goodness – Kids won’t guess there’s squash inside!
💰 Budget-Friendly – Uses simple, affordable ingredients
☕ Perfect Pairing – Great with soup, dips, or on its own
Fun Fact: Kalabasa is a superfood in Filipino cuisine – often used in ginataan, stir-fry and soups.
Love healthy snacks? Try our Pumpkin Pancakes or Ube Balls next!
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Happy baking! 😋💛
Video Recipe: Kalabasa Bread Stick
Homemade breadsticks made from kalabasa (squash) are a tasty dessert or treat to make. Because of the main ingredient kalabasa, this will make the bread more nutrient-dense and a good source of good nutrients. Great to eat as a snack or a breakfast option, these are delicious.
Peel and slice the squash or pumpkin. Steam it until tender.
Move the steamed pumpkin or squash to a mixing bowl and mash it.
Add rice flour, white sugar, powdered milk and margarine. Combine thoroughly.
Add flour gradually and continue mixing until incorporated.
Knead the squash or pumpkin dough, then use the roller pin to refine the texture.
Slice the dough according to your desired size, then roll to form a bread stick.
Dredge it with sesame seeds. Arrange in a square baking pan with baking paper.
Bake in a pre-heated oven for 30-40 minutes at 325°F.
Transfer to a serving plate, then serve. Enjoy!
Servings 6
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.