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Maja Blanca Recipe with Corn

Creamy Maja Blanca Recipe with Corn for a Sweet Treat

This Maja Blanca recipe with corn is a delightful Filipino dessert that's creamy, no-bake, and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding Base
  • 2 cans Full-fat coconut milk Provides a silky texture
  • 1 can Evaporated milk Adds body without overwhelming
  • ¾ cup Sweetened condensed milk Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Cornstarch Vital thickener
  • 1 cup Water For the cornstarch slurry
For the Corn Addition
  • 1 to 1.5 cups Whole kernel corn Canned, frozen, or fresh
  • to taste tablespoons Sugar Optional for sweetness
For Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Enhances gloss
  • a pinch Salt Balances sweetness
Optional Toppings
  • Toasted Coconut Adds crunch
  • Cheese Shreds Traditional pairing
  • Latik Coconut caramel
  • Crushed Roasted Peanuts Provides nutty crunch

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • pot
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • 9x9 inch or 8x8 inch pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together 1 cup of cornstarch with 1 cup of cold water until smooth,
  2. In a pot over medium-low heat, add 2 cans of coconut milk, 1 can of evaporated milk, ¾ cup of sweetened condensed milk, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Stir in 1 to 1.5 cups of whole kernel corn and heat through.
  4. Gradually pour in the cornstarch slurry while whisking to avoid lumps and cook until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of butter until melted.
  6. Pour the mixture into a lightly greased pan and let cool for 30 minutes.
  7. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until set and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always whisk the cornstarch thoroughly to prevent lumps and allow the pudding to chill before slicing for best results.

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