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Sapin-Sapin

A colorful layered glutinous rice cake sweetened with coconut milk and sugar. Features distinct layers flavored with purple yam, jackfruit, and topped with crunchy coconut curds.

65 minMediumServes 8340 cal/serving

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

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups glutinous rice flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup ube halaya, mashed
  • 1/2 cup jackfruit puree, pureed
  • 1 cup coconut cream

Instructions

  1. 1

    Simmer 1 cup coconut cream in a saucepan over medium heat until golden curds form, then strain and set curds aside.

  2. 2

    Whisk 2 cups glutinous rice flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 2 cups coconut milk in a large bowl until smooth.

  3. 3

    Divide the batter into three equal portions across three bowls.

  4. 4

    Stir 1/2 cup mashed ube halaya into the first bowl and 1/2 cup pureed jackfruit puree into the second bowl, leaving the third bowl plain.

  5. 5

    Pour purple batter into a greased steamer pan and steam over high heat for 10 minutes until set.

  6. 6

    Layer yellow batter on top and steam for 10 minutes until set.

  7. 7

    Layer plain white batter on top and steam for 15 minutes until fully set.

  8. 8

    Cool completely, top with fried coconut curds, and serve.

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Questions

What is Sapin-Sapin?

A colorful layered glutinous rice cake sweetened with coconut milk and sugar. Features distinct layers flavored with purple yam, jackfruit, and topped with crunchy coconut curds. This reference files it under Filipino dessert: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 65 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Sapin-Sapin?

As written, 65 minutes: 20 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 7, 15 minutes.

What can I use instead of coconut milk in Sapin-Sapin?

The entry for Sapin-Sapin calls for 2 cups coconut milk. In its place: Heavy cream or evaporated milk gives the same body without the coconut flavor. To stay dairy-free, blend soaked cashews with water until smooth.

How many calories are in Sapin-Sapin?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 340 calories, with 4 g protein, 58 g carbohydrate and 11 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 25 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Sapin-Sapin keep?

Rice cakes harden in the refrigerator, so skip it: keep Sapin-Sapin covered at room temperature and eat it within a day. Freeze the rest, wrapped piece by piece, for up to a month, and re-steam or microwave under a damp towel to bring the softness back.

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