Refreshing Corn and Ice Dessert

Recipe

Refreshing Corn and Ice Dessert

Summer Delight: Sweet Corn and Ice Surprise

4.6 out of 5

Indulge in the flavors of Filipino cuisine with this delightful Maíz con hielo recipe. A popular dessert in the Philippines, this refreshing treat combines the natural sweetness of corn with the coolness of shaved ice, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Jan Dec
Dessert› Maíz con hielo
Asian cuisine› Southeast Asian cuisine› Filipino cuisine

Preparation time

15 minutes

Cooking time

5 minutes

Total time

20 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Nut-free, Egg-free, Lactose-free (if using dairy-free milk alternatives)

Allergens

Dairy (milk, condensed milk)

Not suitable for

Vegan (due to the use of milk and condensed milk), Keto (due to the high carbohydrate content)

Ingredients

Nutrition

  • Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
  • Fat (total, saturated): 5g, 3g
  • Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 50g, 30g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

  1. 1.
    In a blender, puree half of the sweet corn kernels with the milk until smooth.
  2. 2.
    Strain the corn-milk mixture to remove any solids.
  3. 3.
    In a saucepan, combine the strained mixture, sweetened condensed milk, and corn syrup. Heat over medium heat until well combined and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  4. 4.
    In serving glasses or bowls, layer the remaining sweet corn kernels, shaved ice, and the corn-milk mixture.
  5. 5.
    Top with optional toppings such as leche flan, toasted rice flakes, or a scoop of ice cream.
  6. 6.
    Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors of Maíz con hielo.

Treat your ingredients with care...

  • Sweet corn kernels — Use fresh corn kernels for the best flavor. If fresh corn is not available, you can use canned corn kernels, but make sure to drain them well before using.
  • Corn syrup — To make the corn syrup, boil 1 cup of water with pandan leaves for 10 minutes. Remove the leaves and measure 1/4 cup of the infused water for the recipe.

Tips & Tricks

  • For added texture, you can sprinkle toasted rice flakes or crushed corn flakes on top of the dessert.
  • If you prefer a sweeter dessert, you can drizzle additional sweetened condensed milk over the layers.
  • Feel free to experiment with different toppings such as diced fruits or flavored syrups to customize the Maíz con hielo to your liking.
  • To make it more indulgent, add a scoop of your favorite ice cream on top of the dessert.
  • If you don't have access to fresh corn, frozen corn kernels can be used as a substitute.

Serving advice

Serve Maíz con hielo immediately after preparing to enjoy the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Provide long spoons or straws for easy enjoyment of the layers.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, use tall glasses or bowls to showcase the layers of corn kernels, shaved ice, and milk. Drizzle the top with sweetened condensed milk and sprinkle toasted rice flakes for an appealing visual effect.

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