Halo-Halo Shaved Ice Dessert with Ube and Sweetened Beans
A refreshing Filipino shaved ice dessert layered with sweetened beans, purple yam, fruits, and creamy milk, perfect for hot days. This filipino-inspired desserts ready in about 15 minutes layers shaved ice, purple yam (ube) halaya, sweetened red mung beans 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 380 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.
Ingredients
- 3 cups shaved ice
- 1/2 cup purple yam (ube) halaya
- 1/2 cup sweetened red mung beans
- 1/4 cup sweetened jackfruit strips
- 1/2 cup ripe banana slices
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp pinipig (toasted rice flakes)
- 2 scoops scoops of vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Step 1: In each serving glass, layer 1/2 cup sweetened red mung beans, 1/4 cup sweetened jackfruit strips, and 1/2 cup ripe banana slices evenly.
- Step 2: Add 3 cups shaved ice on top of the fruit and beans layers, packing gently but not pressing down.
- Step 3: Spoon 1/2 cup purple yam (ube) halaya over the ice, then drizzle 1 cup evaporated milk and 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk evenly over everything.
- Step 4: Top each glass with 2 tbsp pinipig toasted rice flakes and 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream. Serve immediately with a spoon.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Halo-Halo Shaved Ice Dessert with Ube and Sweetened Beans take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 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 Shaved Ice Dessert with Ube and Sweetened Beans?
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 Shaved Ice Dessert with Ube and Sweetened Beans?
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 Shaved Ice Dessert with Ube and Sweetened Beans 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 Shaved Ice Dessert with Ube and Sweetened Beans?
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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