Description
Bibingka, a traditional Filipino rice cake, delights taste buds with its rich coconut and banana leaf flavors. Warm, sweet comfort emerges from this cultural dessert that connects generations of Filipino culinary heritage.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) glutinous rice
- 1 cup (237 ml) coconut milk
- 1 cup (237 ml) coconut cream
- ¾ cup (170 g) brown sugar (for sticky rice layer)
- ¾ cup (170 g) brown sugar (for coconut glaze)
- 2 ½ cups (591 ml) water
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Rice Preparation: Meticulously rinse glutinous rice under cold water until liquid turns transparent, then thoroughly drain to eliminate excess moisture.
- Rice Cooking: Combine rice with coconut milk, water, brown sugar, and salt in a large cooking vessel, stirring gently to distribute ingredients evenly. Simmer over moderate heat, stirring periodically to prevent sticking and ensure uniform cooking until liquid is fully absorbed and rice achieves a tender, sticky consistency.
- Coconut Glaze Creation: In a separate saucepan, craft a luxurious glaze by blending coconut cream with brown sugar, heating and stirring continuously to develop a rich, caramel-like texture. Once the glaze reaches a thick, glossy state, infuse with vanilla extract for aromatic depth. Remove from heat and let rest momentarily.
- Dish Assembly: Prepare a baking dish by greasing or lining with banana leaves to prevent rice cake from sticking. Carefully transfer cooked sticky rice into the prepared dish, using a spatula to spread and compress the mixture evenly across the surface.
- Glaze Application and Finishing: Generously pour prepared coconut glaze over the rice, ensuring complete and uniform coverage. Optional: Preheat oven and bake to caramelize the glaze and create a slightly crisp exterior. Allow the rice cake to cool completely to facilitate setting and easier cutting.
- Serving: Slice into elegant squares or rectangular portions. Serve at room temperature or gently warmed, showcasing the delightful texture and rich flavors of this traditional Filipino delicacy.
Notes
- Rinse Rice Thoroughly: Ensure clean, transparent water when washing glutinous rice to remove excess starch and achieve perfect sticky texture.
- Control Heat Carefully: Maintain moderate, consistent heat while cooking rice to prevent burning and ensure even, tender consistency.
- Grease Wisely: Use banana leaves or cooking spray to prevent sticking and add authentic flavor to the rice cake.
- Balance Moisture Precisely: Drain rice completely after rinsing and monitor liquid absorption during cooking to achieve ideal sticky, not mushy, texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg