Special Halo Halo Overload with Custard Milk: The Ultimate Filipino Summer Dessert
When the heat kicks in and you feel like melting, there’s only one dessert that truly satisfies in the most fun and colorful way. The Special Halo Halo Overload with Custard Milk hits all the right spots. It cools and fills you up, and keeps your taste buds entertained with every layer.
- 4 Large Egg yolks
- 1 can Condensed Milk
- 2 cans Evaporated Milk
- 1 tsp. Vanilla
- 2 med. Sweet Potato (cubes)
- 1 cup water
- 6 tbsp. Brown or Wash Sugar
- 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
- 6 sm. Saba (Plantain) (sliced)
- 3/4 cup water
- 6 tbsp. Brown or Wash Sugar
- 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
- 2 tbsp. Buko Pandan Gulaman Powder
- 4 tbsp. White Sugar
- 3 cups Water
- Peel the sweet potatoes, then rinse them thoroughly under running water. Cut into small, even-sized cubes.
- Transfer the sweet potato cubes into a small pot and pour in enough water to cover them.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
- Add brown sugar (or washed sugar) and stir well until fully dissolved.
- Lower the heat and let it simmer until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Turn off the heat. Add vanilla extract and stir to combine.
- Set aside and allow to cool completely before serving or using in other recipes.
- Peel the plantains and slice them into even pieces.
- Transfer the sliced plantains to a small pot and add enough water to cover them.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat for about 6–8 minutes.
- Add brown sugar or washed sugar, then stir gently to dissolve.
- Lower the heat and let it simmer until the plantains are tender.
- Turn off the heat, add vanilla extract, and stir to combine.
- Set aside and allow it to cool completely
- In a saucepan, combine the gulaman powder and sugar.
- Add water and stir well until the mixture is fully dissolved.
- Place over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring continuously.
- Once it starts boiling, turn off the heat.
- Carefully pour the mixture into a mold.
- Allow it to cool at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator until fully set.
- Once set, slice into cubes and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, condensed milk, and evaporated milk until smooth and well combined.
- Strain the mixture using a fine sieve to remove any lumps for a silky texture.
- Pour the mixture into a saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until it reaches a gentle simmer.
- Turn off the heat, then add the vanilla extract and stir until fully incorporated.
- Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature.
- Set aside for later use.
- Place pinipig in a pan
- Cook over low heat
- Use a rubber spatula to stir the pinipig often to prevent burning.
This sweet Filipino classic is not your average cold dessert. It packs a punch with mixed sweetened fruits, chewy beans, jellies, creamy leche flan, shaved ice, and a generous drizzle of custard milk that makes everything velvety smooth. It’s like a party in a glass. Each spoonful brings a different surprise.
So if you’re planning to add something exciting to your summer menu or food business, this one deserves the spotlight.
Why Everyone Loves Special Halo Halo Overload with Custard Milk
This dessert wins hearts because it’s not only colorful and festive, but it’s also satisfying and customizable. The twist makes the Special Halo Halo Overload with Custard Milk stand out. The Custard Milk adds creaminess without overpowering the other ingredients. It brings everything together, like the cherry on top — except it’s even better.
People enjoy textures. Halo Halo gives you that in every bite. You get soft flan, chewy sago, icy crunch, smooth milk, and more. It’s like a sweet puzzle, and finishing it feels like an achievement.
Serve it in clear cups or big glass bowls to show off those layers. Throw in a wafer stick or a scoop of ube ice cream on top, and it instantly turns into an Instagram-worthy dessert. That’s how this classic continues to win younger crowds, too.
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