CAINTA, Philippines — Love "kakanin"?
Then, chances are that Maja Blanca, along with Biko, Sapin-Sapin, Cassava Cake, Puto, Cuchinta, and Palitaw, is one of your all-time favorites. Kakanins never go out of style because, for Filipinos, they are the all-occasion, no-occasion treats to enjoy all-year round. Chef Edward David Mateo of La Royale Patisserie and Minatamis PH, happily shares this Maja Blanca recipe for Internet browsers to try making at home.
Maja Blanca
Ingredients:
2 cups coconut milk
1/4 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/3 cup white sugar
1 cup whole corn kernels
Procedure:
1. In a saucepan, combine all ingredients, and mix well.
2. Cook over medium flame, slowly mixing the mixture until it becomes very thick.
3. Transfer to a molder.
4. Sprinkle with grated cheese or latik on top.
5. Slice and serve.