Halo-Halo Iced Dessert with Sweetened Fruits and Ube

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A colorful Filipino shaved ice dessert layered with sweetened fruits, jellies, and purple yam ice cream for a refreshing treat. This filipino-inspired desserts ready in about 10 minutes layers crushed ice, sweetened red beans, sweetened jackfruit strips into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 2 Filipino cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a tall glass or bowl, layer 1/4 cup each of sweetened red beans, jackfruit strips, banana saba slices, nata de coco cubes, and cubed leche flan.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 cups crushed ice on top of the layered fruits and jellies, packing gently.
  3. Step 3: Pour 1/2 cup evaporated milk evenly over the crushed ice until absorbed.
  4. Step 4: Top with 2 scoops of purple yam (ube) ice cream and serve immediately with a spoon to mix all the layers while eating.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Halo-Halo Iced Dessert with Sweetened Fruits and Ube take to make?

Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Halo-Halo Iced Dessert with Sweetened Fruits and Ube?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Halo-Halo Iced Dessert with Sweetened Fruits and Ube?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Halo-Halo Iced Dessert with Sweetened Fruits and Ube for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Halo-Halo Iced Dessert with Sweetened Fruits and Ube?

Filipino desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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