Sugar-Free Halo-Halo
Indulge in the guilt-free sweetness of a traditional Filipino favorite with this Sugar-Free Halo-Halo recipe! This refreshing dessert is a vibrant medley of layers, featuring tender slices of ripe banana, jackfruit, and fresh fruits like mango or strawberries, balanced with sugar-free nata de coco, gelatin, and sweetened beans. Creamy mashed purple yam (ube) and a slice of sugar-free leche flan add a decadent twist, while a drizzle of light coconut milk ties all the flavors together over a bed of fluffy shaved ice. For extra crunch, top it with toasted pinipig. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and free from added sugar, this halo-halo is the perfect way to beat the heat while staying mindful of your sugar intake. Bursting with textures and flavors, it’s a must-try for anyone craving a healthier version of this iconic Filipino treat.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups shaved ice
- 1 cup light coconut milk
- 1 cup unsweetened nata de coco
- 2 medium ripe banana
- 1 cup jackfruit, sliced
- 1 cup purple yam (ube), cooked and mashed
- 1 cup sugar-free gelatin, cubed
- 0.5 cup sugar-free sweetened mung beans
- 0.5 cup sugar-free sweetened white beans
- 1 cup fresh fruit of choice (mango, strawberries, etc.)
- 4 slices sugar-free leche flan
- 0.25 cup toasted pinipig (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Prepare all your ingredients by slicing the ripe bananas, slicing the jackfruit, and cutting the gelatin into cubes. Make sure the purple yam (ube) is pre-cooked and mashed.
Step 2
In a tall glass or dessert bowl, add the following layers: first, scoop in 2 tablespoons of sugar-free sweetened mung beans followed by 2 tablespoons of sugar-free sweetened white beans.
Step 3
Next, layer in 2 tablespoons of nata de coco, then add 2 to 3 tablespoons each of cubed sugar-free gelatin, mashed purple yam, and sliced jackfruit.
Step 4
Add a generous scoop of fresh fruit, such as sliced mango or strawberries.
Step 5
Take 1 cup of shaved ice and gently pack it on top of the lower layers until it reaches the rim of the glass.
Step 6
Drizzle 1/4 cup of light coconut milk over the ice, allowing it to seep through the ingredients below.
Step 7
Top with a slice of sugar-free leche flan. Optionally, sprinkle toasted pinipig on top for added crunch.
Step 8
Repeat the layering process for the remaining servings.
Step 9
Serve immediately with a long spoon to mix and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2858.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2236.5 |
| Total Fat 55.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 480mg | 0% |
| Sodium 772.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 370.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 41.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 130.2g | |
| Protein 60.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 200IU | 0% |
| Calcium 667.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4480.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories