Halo-Halo Shaved Ice with Sweet Beans and Tropical Fruits
A refreshing Filipino dessert combining shaved ice, sweetened beans, jellies, tropical fruits, and creamy leche flan topped with evaporated milk. This filipino-inspired desserts ready in about 15 minutes layers shaved ice, sweetened red mung 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 320 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
- 2 cups shaved ice
- 1/4 cup sweetened red mung beans
- 1/4 cup sweetened jackfruit strips
- 1/4 cup sweetened coconut strips
- 1/4 cup macapuno (coconut sport) strings
- 1/4 cup cooked sweet purple yam (ube), mashed
- 1/4 cup sweetened nata de coco cubes
- 1/4 cup saba bananas, sliced and cooked
- 2 oz leche flan, sliced
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
- 2 tbsp pinipig (toasted rice flakes)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a tall glass or bowl, layer 1/4 cup each of sweetened red mung beans, jackfruit strips, coconut strips, macapuno strings, mashed cooked purple yam, nata de coco cubes, and sliced cooked saba bananas evenly.
- Step 2: Top the fruit and sweet bean mixture with 2 cups finely shaved ice, packing gently.
- Step 3: Place 2 ounces sliced leche flan on top of the shaved ice.
- Step 4: Pour 1/3 cup evaporated milk evenly over the entire dessert until it soaks through the ice.
- Step 5: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons toasted pinipig (rice flakes) over the top just before serving for added crunch and texture.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Halo-Halo Shaved Ice with Sweet Beans and Tropical Fruits 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 with Sweet Beans and Tropical Fruits?
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 with Sweet Beans and Tropical Fruits?
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 with Sweet Beans and Tropical Fruits 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 with Sweet Beans and Tropical Fruits?
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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