Maja Blanca (Coconut Pudding)

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 15

Maja Blanca (Coconut Pudding) Recipe for a Cool Summer Treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

315

Sugar

24g

Fat

21g

Maja Blanca is a popular dessert in the Philippines, where it's enjoyed as a cool and refreshing treat on hot summer days. This coconut pudding is made with a few simple ingredients like cornstarch, fresh sweet corn kernels, and coconut milk. It's typically served cold and topped with sweetened flaked coconut for added texture and flavor. Maja Blanca has a smooth and creamy texture, similar to a custard or flan, but with a slightly firmer consistency. It's perfect for entertaining guests or as a sweet after-dinner treat.

Instructions

1.	Grease an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
2.	In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water until smooth.
3.	In a medium saucepan, heat the coconut milk, sugar, and sweet corn kernels over medium heat until it begins to boil.
4.	Reduce heat to low and stir in the cornstarch mixture little by little, whisking constantly, to prevent lumps from forming.
5.	Continue to cook and whisk for 10-15 minutes or until the mixture thickens.
6.	Remove from heat and pour into the prepared baking dish.
7.	Let it cool to room temperature and refrigerate for at least an hour.
8.	Sprinkle the sweetened flaked coconut on top before serving.

PROS

Maja Blanca is a cool and refreshing dessert perfect for hot summer days.

The coconut milk adds a creamy texture while the fresh sweet corn kernels give it a nice crunch.

It’s easy to prepare and doesn’t require any special skills or equipment.

CONS

Maja Blanca is fairly high in calories and fat due to the use of coconut milk.

It’s also high in sugar, so people with diabetes should enjoy in moderation.

The texture may be too gelatinous for some people’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high calorie and sugar content, Maja Blanca has some health benefits due to the use of coconut milk.
Coconut milk is rich in lauric acid, which is known to have antibacterial and antiviral properties.
It also contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which are easily digested and can help boost metabolism.

	1/2 cup water
	1/2 cup cornstarch
	1 cup coconut milk
	3/4 cup water
	1/2 cup white sugar
	1/4 cup fresh sweet corn kernels
	1/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut