Easiest Bilo-Bilo
This Bilo-Bilo recipe is a Filipino dessert that combines rice balls, milk, cassava, banana, and jackfruit for a tropical twist!
Servings: servings
Calories: 443kcal
Equipment
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon for portioning dough
- Knife for chopping fruits
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1 teaspoon ube extract
- ½ cup water
For the Soup Base:
- 2 cups water
- 3 cups coconut milk
- 1 cup white sugar
For the Add-ins:
- 1 cup chopped cassava
- 1½ cups chopped saba sweet plantains
- ½ cup sliced jackfruit optional
Instructions
Prepare the Glutinous Rice Balls:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, ube extract, and ½ cup of water.
- Knead the mixture until a smooth dough forms.
- Use a spoon to portion out small amounts of dough and roll them into small balls. Set aside.
Prepare the Sweet Coconut Soup Base:
- In a large pot, combine 2 cups of water, coconut milk, and white sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
Cook the Ingredients:
- Add the chopped cassava and prepared glutinous rice balls to the boiling coconut mixture. Cook until the cassava and rice balls become slightly soft (about 8-10 minutes).
- Add the chopped saba (sweet plantains) and simmer until everything is cooked through and tender.
Optional Add-In:
- If using, add the sliced jackfruit and mix well.
Taste and Serve:
- Check if the sweetness is to your liking, adjust if needed, and serve hot or warm.
Serving: 1gCalories: 443kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 4gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 1548mgPotassium: 269mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.03gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 4mg
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