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Halo-Halo - Filipino Mixed Beans & Fruit Dessert

5 from 2 votes
As a beloved shaved ice dessert, it not only delights the sweet tooth but also captures the essence of Filipino cuisine. "Mix-mix" your way to the perfect halo-halo by following our easy recipe!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Simple and Easy Halo-Halo
  • 1 jar halo-halo mix See Note 1.
  • 1 cup crushed or shaved ice
  • 2 scoops ube ice cream
  • 2 tbsp ube halaya
  • ½ cup evaporated milk
Additional Toppings for Customization
  • nata de coco (coconut jelly)
  • langka (sweetened jackfruit)
  • boba
  • sago
  • macapuno (sweetened coconut strips)
  • sliced fruit bananas, mango, pineapple, papaya, strawberries, etc.
  • cereal corn flakes, fruity pebbles, etc.
  • pinipig (toasted pounded rice)
  • leche flan
  • crispy wafer straw, rectangle, or cubed

Equipment

  • Ninja Blender
  • dough/ice cream scooper

Method
 

  1. In a tall glass or bowl, add layers of beans, jellies, and fruits. Fill to about ⅔ full.
  2. To make shaved ice, lightly pulse ice in a blender. You can make it either a fine or chunky texture. Add shaved ice to nearly fill the cup. Pat down gently with a spoon.
  3. Add the toppings to your liking, starting with ice cream. Serve immediately with evaporated milk.

Video

Notes

Note 1. A jar of halo-halo mix contains a medley of fruits, jellies, beans, and macapuno, which are the essentials for making halo-halo. You can find them at most Asian supermarkets, Filipino grocery stores, and online with Weee! Asian Grocery App. The exact combination of ingredients may vary by brand, so choose one that suits your preference or experiment with different varieties to find your favorite. A single jar of halo-halo mix is enough for about 2 servings of halo-halo, but if you are using additional toppings such as fresh fruit or jellies, this may yield more servings.
Note 2. We brulee'd our banana simply by sprinkling a thin layer of sugar on top of the banana slices and using a torch to caramelize the sugar.