Authentic Ginataang Halo-Halo Recipe | Filipino Mixed Coconut Dessert
Ginataang Halo-Halo is a traditional Filipino dessert made with a colorful mix of sweet potatoes, saba bananas, glutinous rice balls (bilo-bilo), jackfruit, tapioca pearls, and coconut milk. This rich and comforting delicacy is enjoyed throughout the Philippines as a snack or dessert, especially during rainy days and family gatherings. The creamy coconut milk perfectly complements the naturally sweet fruits and chewy rice balls, creating a delicious combination of flavors and textures. Easy to prepare and wonderfully satisfying, Ginataang Halo-Halo is a classic Filipino comfort dessert that can be served warm or at room temperature.
Cooking Method
- In a large saucepan, bring the coconut milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Add the sweet potatoes and purple yam, then cook for 10–12 minutes until nearly tender.
- Stir in the sliced saba bananas and glutinous rice balls.
- Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the rice balls float and become fully cooked.
- Add the jackfruit and cooked tapioca pearls.
- Stir in the brown sugar and salt until dissolved.
- Pour in the coconut cream and simmer gently for 3–5 minutes without boiling.
- Remove from the heat and let the dessert rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with toasted coconut flakes and jackfruit strips if desired.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
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