Halayang Ube (Purple Yam Spread)
Halayang Ube (Purple Yam Spread) is creamy, velvety, and gently sweet, with a hint of vanilla that complements the earthy richness of purple yam. Butter and condensed milk create a luscious texture perfect for spreading or spooning. Serve it chilled as a dessert, merienda, or as a topping for halo-halo and pastries when you want a vibrant, nostalgic Filipino treat.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook1 hr 20 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the yam in the boiling water until tender, about 30 minutes. Drain and let it cool until easy to handle. Peel and finely grate the flesh.
- 2
Melt the butter in a wok over medium heat. Stir in the condensed milk and vanilla extract. Add the grated purple yam. Lower the heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is sticky but not dry, about 30 minutes. Pour in the evaporated milk; cook and stir for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- 3
Transfer the yam mixture to a container and let it cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Chill before serving.
- Calories 410.84 kcal High
- Protein 8.12 g Moderate
- Carbs 66.96 g Moderate
- Total Fat 10.91 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 6.75 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 31.67 mg Moderate
- Sodium 64.08 mg Low Source
- Fiber 7.54 g Good Source
- Sugar 38.6 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 275.22 mg Good Source
- Iron 2.11 mg Moderate
- Potassium 200.28 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 26.39 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.93 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.52 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Halayang Ube (Purple Yam Spread) is a Filipino dessert recipe made with 5 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 25 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Condensed Milk, Evaporated Milk, and Purple Sweet Potato. Each serving provides about 410.84 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Halayang Ube (Purple Yam Spread)?
- It is a Filipino recipe made with 5 ingredients, usually served for dessert or side dish or snack.
- What is Halayang Ube (Purple Yam Spread) made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Condensed Milk, Evaporated Milk, Purple Sweet Potato, Vanilla Extract. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Halayang Ube (Purple Yam Spread)?
- About 1 hr 25 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 1 hr 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 410.84 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Halayang Ube (Purple Yam Spread) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 3 steps.
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