What does ube pudding taste like?

Ube pudding has a naturally sweet, earthy flavor with hints of vanilla and nuttiness. It’s smooth and creamy, especially when blended with coconut milk and honey or condensed milk. The result is a dessert that’s comforting and rich, yet not overly sugary.

Can you get ube in the US?

Yes, you can find ube in the U.S. at Filipino and Asian grocery stores, often in the frozen section as grated or steamed ube. You can also buy ube halaya (ube jam) or ube extract online. Some specialty stores may carry fresh or vacuum-sealed purple yam.

What is the English name for ube?

In English, ube is often referred to as "purple yam." However, it's important to note that ube is a specific variety of yam native to the Philippines. It differs from other purple-hued sweet potatoes or yams in texture and taste.

Is purple yam the same as ube?

They are closely related, but not always the same. While "purple yam" is a general term, ube refers to a specific variety of purple yam (Dioscorea alata) that’s sweeter and more vibrant in color. For authentic ube pudding mix, it’s best to use real Filipino ube.

Ube Pudding Mix Recipe – 3-Ingredient Filipino Delight

Name: Ube Pudding Mix Recipe: Easy, No-Bake Filipino Dessert
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 5 oz steamed or cooked purple yam (ube), cubed; 1 cup full-fat coconut milk; 2 tbsp raw honey or condensed milk

Description

A creamy, vibrant Filipino dessert made from purple yam (ube), coconut milk, and honey. No baking or cooking required.

Ingredients

5 oz steamed or cooked purple yam (ube), cubed

1 cup full-fat coconut milk

2 tbsp raw honey or condensed milk

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Instructions

1. Add steamed or cooked ube to a blender.

2. Pour in coconut milk and honey (or condensed milk).

3. Blend until smooth and creamy.

4. Spoon into serving bowls.

5. Chill for 30 minutes if desired.

6. Top with coconut flakes or crushed nuts.

Notes

You can steam, roast, or boil the ube.

Condensed milk offers a richer, sweeter finish.

For vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Dessert
Method: No-Bake, Blended
Cuisine: Filipino