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Maja Blanca

A creamy coconut pudding made with sweet corn and coconut milk, chilled until set and topped with toasted shredded coconut.

25 minEasyServes 8280 cal/serving

FilipinoDessertStovetopVegetarianVeganHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups unsweetened coconut milk
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup whole kernel sweet corn, drained
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. 1

    Toast 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, then set aside.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup cornstarch and 1 cup cold water until smooth.

  3. 3

    Combine 4 cups unsweetened coconut milk and 2/3 cup granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until dissolved.

  4. 4

    Stir in 1 cup drained whole kernel sweet corn and bring the mixture to a low simmer.

  5. 5

    Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan and stir constantly over low heat until thick and smooth.

  6. 6

    Pour into a shallow dish, cool, chill for 2 hours, and top with unsweetened shredded coconut.

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Questions

What is Maja Blanca?

A creamy coconut pudding made with sweet corn and coconut milk, chilled until set and topped with toasted shredded coconut. This reference files it under Filipino dessert: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 25 minutes start to finish.

How long does Maja Blanca take?

As written, 25 minutes: 10 of prep and 15 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 6, 2 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Is toasting the nuts or seeds for Maja Blanca necessary?

Step 1 reads: "Toast 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, then set aside." It is quick and it shows. Step 1 browns the natural oils, which deepens the flavor; raw, they taste flat by comparison. Watch the pan, because they go from toasted to burnt in under a minute.

Is there a substitute for cornstarch in Maja Blanca?

The entry for Maja Blanca calls for 1 cup cornstarch. In its place: Use twice as much all-purpose flour and cook it a few minutes longer, or the same amount of arrowroot or tapioca starch.

Is Maja Blanca gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Maja Blanca is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the cornstarch.

How many calories are in Maja Blanca?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 280 calories, with 3 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 14 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 45 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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