Maja Blanca Recipe – Creamy Filipino Coconut Pudding Perfection!

Sweet and Delicious Dessert; Maja Blanca Recipe

Indulge in this velvety, tropical-inspired Filipino dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delightful to eat! Maja Blanca combines coconut milk, sweet corn, and condensed milk into a silky-smooth pudding, topped with toasted coconut flakes for that irresistible crunch. Perfect for Noche Buena, fiestas, or anytime you crave a sweet, creamy treat!

Why You’ll Love This Maja Blanca:

🌴 Tropical Creaminess – Coconut milk gives it a rich, fragrant flavor
🌽 Sweet Corn Surprise – Adds bursts of juicy sweetness in every bite
🎉 Fiesta Favorite – Always a hit at parties and potlucks
⏱️ Quick & Easy – Ready in under 35 minutes (no baking needed!)

Secrets to the Perfect Maja Blanca:

✔️ Use fresh coconut milk – For the best aroma and taste (canned works too)
✔️ Toast coconut flakes – Until golden for extra nutty flavor
✔️ Stir constantly – Prevents lumps for a smooth, creamy texture

How to Serve It Like a Pro:

🍓 Topped with latik (coconut curds) – For extra richness
🍌 Sliced bananas on the side – A classic pairing
🎄 Festive molds – Use heart or star shapes for special occasions

Fun Fact: Maja Blanca means “white jewel” in Spanish – a nod to its elegant, milky-white appearance!

Love Filipino desserts? Try Buko Pandan or Ube Jelly Buko Salad next!

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Maja Blanca Recipe – Creamy Filipino Coconut Pudding Perfection!

Author: Yummy Food Ph Cooking Method: Mixing, Slow Cooking Cuisine: Asian, Filipino Courses: Dessert, Snacks, Sweets Recipe Keys: Dairy Desserts Kids

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 35 mins Rest Time 1 hr Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Calories: 551

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Maja blanca recipe is a sweet and delicious Filipino dessert. It looks like a gelatin-like consistency made from coconut milk and is often called coconut pudding. This soft and creamy dessert is perfect for the Christmas season, fiestas, or any occasion. Surely everyone will love this delicious dessert.

Ingredients

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Servings

• 4 cup coconut milk
• 1 cup coconut milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup corn kernel (drained)
• ³⁄₄ cup condensed milk
• 1 cup cornstarch dissolved in 1 cup milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ cup crushed peanut or toasted grated coconut

Instructions

1. In a cooking pot, pour the coconut milk and bring it to a boil.

2. Stir in the sugar, condensed milk, and drained corn kernels until everything is uniformly mixed together. Simmer for 6 minutes.

3. Whisk together the cornstarch and milk until the cornstarch is dissolved.

4. Pour the fresh milk and cornstarch mixture into the cooking pot and stir thoroughly.

5. Allow it to cook while continuing to stir until the mixture reaches your desired thickness.

6. Pour the mixture into a serving tray, then arrange and flatten the top using a flat tool such as a wooden spatula. Let it cool down, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

7. Garnish with crushed peanut or toasted grated coconut.

8. Serve it cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 551kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 35.1g54%

Saturated Fat 29.5g148%

Cholesterol 21mg8%

Sodium 135mg6%

Potassium 558mg16%

Total Carbohydrate 56.3g19%

Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%

Sugars 37.1g

Protein 8.6g18%

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Calcium 17 mg

Iron 14 mg

Vitamin D 1 IU

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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