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Maja Blanca

February 21, 2017 by Liza Agbanlog 7 Comments

Maja Blanca Maja blanca is a Filipino dessert that is usually served on holidays or special occasions. This recipe uses several types of milk, coconut flakes and corn to create a deliciously sweet treat with gelatin-like consistency. Surprisingly, this dessert is easy to make. It uses easy to find ingredients and there are only a few easy-to-follow steps. Maja Blanca In this recipe, coconut milk, evaporated milk and condensed milk are mixed and boiled in a pot. Then, the kernel corn is added to the mixture. Cornstarch is added to thicken the mixture. Finally, the mixture is poured into a square pan and refrigerated until set. The toasted coconut flakes that were used to garnish these delicious coconut squares made it taste even better. It added texture as well as crunch to the squares. Enjoy!

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5 from 2 votes

Maja Blanca

Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time25 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino
Servings: 9 squares
Author: Liza Agbanlog

Ingredients

  • 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
  • 1 can (354 ml) evaporated milk
  • 1 can (300 ml) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup canned whole kernel corn ,drained
  • ¾ cup cornstarch
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes

Instructions

  • Grease bottom and sides of an 8-inch square pan. Set aside.
  • In a pot, combine together coconut milk, evaporated milk and condensed milk. Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in kernel corn and cook for about a minute or two.
  • In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and milk and then whisk until cornstarch has completely dissolved.
  • Gradually add cornstarch mixture into the pot, stirring, until mixture thickens to a paste. Watch carefully, the mixture will thicken quickly.
  • Transfer mixture into prepared pan. Use oiled spatula to smooth out surface.
  • Allow mixture to cool down, cover and then put in the fridge for at least an hour.
  • Meanwhile, spread the coconut flakes in a wide skillet. Toast, over medium heat, stirring constantly, until browned.
  • Cut maja blanca into squares and then serve with a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes on top.

Maja Blanca

Filed Under: Dessert, Filipino, Recipes Tagged With: coconut, coconut milk, condensed milk, corn, evaporated milk

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Comments

  1. Mira

    July 25, 2019 at 1:42 pm

    5 stars
    Liz Agbanlog,
    My family and friends love your maja Blanca recipe. Thank you!!

    Reply
    • Liza AgbanlogLiza Agbanlog

      July 26, 2019 at 1:04 pm

      Hi Mira,
      You’re welcome! Glad your family and friends like this recipe. Take care and thanks for writing 🙂

      Reply
  2. Lovely

    May 27, 2018 at 12:35 pm

    Thank you for this great recipe! I’m making it today for someone who loves this! Hopefully it will turn out good! I’ve never made it before and don’t even know what it taste like!

    Reply
    • Liza AgbanlogLiza Agbanlog

      May 27, 2018 at 2:20 pm

      Awesome! Let me know how it goes. Take care 🙂

      Reply
  3. emz

    April 1, 2018 at 1:01 am

    cant wait to try this recipe at home on weekend….

    Reply
  4. Jen

    October 26, 2017 at 5:50 am

    5 stars
    Makes me crave for Maja Blanca. Will be making one soon!

    Reply
  5. Jen

    October 26, 2017 at 5:48 am

    It really is an easy, popular and delicious dessert here in the Philippines. I make it even if there is no special occasion. I will be making Maja Blanca again soon!

    Reply

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Liza AgbanlogHi, I'm Liza and welcome to my blog. Salu-salo is a Filipino word that means getting together with friends and family to eat. I am not a cook by profession, but I spend a lot of time in the kitchen, cooking for my family. Read More…

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