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Vegan Buko Pandan Recipe

Savor the refreshing flavors of Vegan Buko Pandan, a creamy and aromatic Filipino dessert that’s perfect for sharing. Its blend of chewy, sweet, and fragrant elements makes it an unforgettable treat.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: Vegan Buko Pandan Recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chilling Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours
Servings: 8

Ingredients

Base Ingredients:

  • 320 grams vegan evaporated milk e.g., Nature's Charm brand
  • 60 grams dairy-free whipping cream
  • 160 grams vegan sweetened condensed milk e.g., Nature's Charm brand
  • 85 grams mini tapioca balls
  • 135 grams nata de coco
  • 135 grams macapuno strings
  • 1 teaspoon pandan extract optional for extra flavor

Gulaman (Jelly):

  • 1 teaspoon agar-agar powder ensure it's not flakes
  • 480 grams water
  • 2 teaspoons pandan extract
  • 60 grams granulated sugar

Instructions

Make Gulaman (Jelly):

  • Prepare a shallow dish or glass container where the jelly can set. In a medium saucepan, combine the agar-agar powder, water, pandan extract, and sugar. Stir the mixture continuously over medium-high heat and bring it to a boil. Let it boil for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the sugar dissolves completely and the agar-agar is evenly distributed. Carefully pour the hot mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it evenly. Allow it to cool before transferring to the fridge to set for at least 2 hours or overnight. Once firm, cut the jelly into small cubes.

Base:

  • Cook the tapioca pearls following the instructions provided on the package. Once cooked, rinse them under cold water to prevent clumping, then set them aside.
  • In a large serving bowl, mix the vegan evaporated milk, dairy-free whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, and pandan extract until smooth and well combined.
  • Add the prepared tapioca pearls, nata de coco, macapuno strings, and cubed gulaman to the bowl. Gently fold everything together until evenly distributed.
  • Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to chill thoroughly. Serve cold and enjoy this refreshing vegan treat!