Ube Halaya Recipe

Ube Halaya, a smooth and creamy Filipino purple yam dessert, served in ramekins and plated, with a garnish of lavender on the side.

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup purple yam powder
  • 1-1/2 cups milk
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp. unsalted butte

Instructions

  1. Place yam powder and milk in a saucepan; mix thoroughly. Add sugar, egg and butter; simmer over low heat for about 1 hour. Stir constantly using a wooden spoon until the mixture thickens and becomes elastic.
  2. Transfer the mixture into a lightly greased containers with lid; let cool to room temperature. Do not cover while still hot.
  3. When cooled, cover and chill in the refrigerator for about 3 hours; serve chilled in individual bowls.
  4. Serves 4 to 6.

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