(Sweet Potato Tangyuan in Coconut Milk) Soft, chewy tangyuan filled with banana, gently simmered in creamy coconut milk with tropical fruit and tapioca pearls—this Guinataang Tangyuan is my Filipino-inspired take on a dish traditionally enjoyed during Dongzhi (冬至节), the Winter Solstice Festival. Tangyuan (汤圆) are most commonly eaten around Dongzhi to symbolize wholeness, togetherness, and… Continue reading Guinataang Tangyuan
Category: Dessert
Arroz con Leche de Coco (Coconut Milk Rice Pudding)
Creamy, cozy, and lightly spiced, this Arroz con Leche de Coco brings together the richness of coconut milk with the comforting texture of glutinous rice. It’s warm enough for chilly December evenings but refreshing when served chilled the next morning for a quick filling breakfast. And because it’s naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and wonderfully simple to… Continue reading Arroz con Leche de Coco (Coconut Milk Rice Pudding)
Pumpkin Spice Conchas
Yield: 6 conchasPrep Time: 30 minutes (plus rising time)Bake Time: 25 minutesTotal Time: ~5 hours 🍂 A Cozy Fall Twist on a Classic Pan Dulce Fall baking has officially taken over my kitchen! And honestly? I’m not fighting it. I cannot get enough of these warm, spiced, cozy flavors, and I’m squeezing in every fall… Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Conchas
🥥 Kabocha and Coconut Pecan Rolls
Yield: 9 rollsPrep Time: 30 minutesWait Time: 4 hoursCook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Soft rolls made with our signature house dough are swirled with homemade coconut jam and filled with toasted pecans and coconut flakes. These Kabocha and Coconut Pecan Rolls bring together the warm comfort of fall baking with flavors rooted in Filipino… Continue reading 🥥 Kabocha and Coconut Pecan Rolls
Mini Pan de Muertos
Soft. Fragrant. Heartfelt.These Mini Pan de Muertos are a sweet, citrusy take on the traditional Mexican bread of remembrance. Each small bun is shaped with “bones” and a “skull” on top to honor loved ones who have passed. This year marks our family’s fourth year baking pan de muertos, and it’s become one of our… Continue reading Mini Pan de Muertos
Sweet Potato and Matcha Loaf with Black Sesame
Texture contrast. Swirled. Seasonal.This Sweet Potato and Matcha Loaf with Black Sesame is this year’s spin on my annual Halloween loaf, bringing a celebration of color, contrast, and flavor. Last year’s version featured ube and black sesame for a bold purple-and-black pairing. This year, we’re turning to green and black: this yeasted bread is tinted… Continue reading Sweet Potato and Matcha Loaf with Black Sesame
Thousand Layer Mooncake with Ube Halaya
Flaky. Vibrant. Celebratory. These Thousand Layer Mooncakes are a mesmerizing take on the traditional Teochew-style spiral mooncakes, filled with creamy ube halaya and wrapped in delicate layers of purple and white pastry. Each bite is flaky, just lightly sweet, and rich with coconut and ube flavor. Absolutely perfect for gifting, celebrating, or simply marveling at… Continue reading Thousand Layer Mooncake with Ube Halaya
Coffee Rum Bundtinis
These Coffee Rum Bundtinis are mini indulgences packed with rich coffee aroma, buttery cake texture, and a boozy coffee rum glaze that seeps into every bite. They’re perfect for celebrations, holiday dessert tables, or simply spoiling yourself with a treat that feels luxurious. The best part? The coffee rum infusion gives them a depth of… Continue reading Coffee Rum Bundtinis
Agua de Melón Paletas
If you’ve ever cooled down with a chilled glass of agua de melón in Mexico or sipped on sweet melon juice in the Philippines, you already know what inspired these paletas. They’re bright, juicy, and lightly floral from a splash of orange blossom water, with just enough ginger to wake up your taste buds. These… Continue reading Agua de Melón Paletas
Macadamia-Crusted Lumpia
🌴Banana and coconut wrapped in golden crisp lumpia, rolled in caramel and crushed macadamia nuts. It’s dessert. It’s indulgent. It’s your new tropical go-to. A Taste of the Islands, Wrapped in Lumpia This Macadamia-Crusted Lumpia is inspired by the merienda tradition of turon (banana lumpia), but it takes a tropical twist by adding crunchy young… Continue reading Macadamia-Crusted Lumpia
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