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Ube Biko

BY :Bebs | Published: 12/14/ 2021 | Updated:12/18/ 2021 | 4 Comments

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This luscious purple yam-flavored sticky rice cake topped with a generous layer of creamy custard is perfect for any occasion!

Filipino rice cake with purple yam and custard topping.

  • What is Ube Biko?
  • Ingredients Used
  • Tips When Making Ube Biko
  • No Oven? No Problem
  • Possible Variations
  • How to Store and Reheat Ube Biko
  • Recipe Video
  • Printable Recipe
  • Ube Biko with Custard Topping
  • More Ube Recipes

What is Ube Biko?

Ube Biko is a delectable fusion of two popular Filipino treats- Ube Halaya and classic Biko Kalamay.

To know what this Filipino delicacy is, let us first define Biko and Ube Halaya separately. Biko is a sweet Filipino sticky rice cake made of glutinous rice, coconut milk and condensed milk or sugar. While Ube Halaya is a rich purple yam jam made of mashed or pounded Ube mixed with coconut milk and sugar. The fusion of the two gives rise to a delightful purple sweet sticky rice cake called Ube Biko. In this recipe, I topped it with a custard topping to make it even more special!

If you are fond of the classic Biko, you will love this variation as well as my Biko Kalabasa recipe!

Ingredients Used

For the Biko

  • Glutinous rice – Also known as sticky rice. You cannot use regular rice in this recipe.
  • Coconut milk – Gives the biko a richer taste and creamier texture.
  • Water

For the Ube Halaya

  • Coconut milk and evaporated milk – Makes the mixture thick and creamy
  • Condensed milk – Adds sweetness to the purple yam puree.
  • Ube – The star of the dessert!

For the Custard Topping

  • Egg yolks – are needed to make the custard smoother and aids in making it firmer as it bakes.
  • Flour – Only a small amount will be required for this recipe. Just enough to thicken the mixture.
  • Coconut milk
  • evaporated milk
  • Condensed milk
Ingredients for ube biko.

Tips When Making Ube Biko

  • You might be tempted to just pick purple yam randomly as they can all look the same on the shelf or basket. To make the best Ube Halaya, you have to choose the right ones, though. Check how here. You will also find useful tips on the same link.
  • If you have ready-made Ube Halaya, you may go ahead and use that instead to lessen your cook time. Or you can also make it in advance as it keeps in the fridge for up to 5 days and can be frozen for a month or two.
  • Take note that the sticky rice should not be fully cooked when making the biko. It will continue to cook as you bake it.
  • It’s not necessary to constantly stir the sticky rice as it cooks. It’s okay to do so, once or a couple of times to prevent the bottom from burning, but don’t overdo it. It may result in mushy rice.
  • You will know when you Ube Biko is done when the custard is bubbly and golden. It is okay to have slightly charred spots.

No Oven? No Problem

A no-bake alternative for those who do not have an oven:

  1. Combine all the ingredients for the custard in a skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens to a gravy-consistency. Set Aside.
  2. If you have banana leaves, place a layer or two on a wide skillet or flat pan. Spread the cooked rice with ube evenly over the pan.
  3. Pour the custard over the rice and cover with a lid. Cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
Ube Biko with yema topping.

Possible Variations

Instead of a custard topping, you can also use latik, or latik sauce. These are great alternatives if you do not have an oven. Or you can make it simpler by topping it with grated cheese.

You can also make this recipe using ramekins or other oven-safe bowls instead to make single-serving sizes. If you are planning to make some to give away or to bring to a potluck party, make it in a disposable aluminum baking tray.

How to Store and Reheat Ube Biko

Make sure that it has fully cooked before storing. Place it in an airtight container and store for 2-3 days. Others manage to keep it for an entire week, but it won’t be as moist and appetizing. You may warm the Biko in the microwave for a few seconds or enjoy it chilled.

Recipe Video

Ube Biko - is a sticky rice cake with purple yam.

Printable Recipe

Sticky rice cake with purple yam or ube, topped with custard.
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Ube Biko with Custard Topping

5 from 4 votes
Ube Biko is a delectable fusion of two favorite Filipino treats- Ube Halaya and Classic Biko Kalamay. This luscious purple yam-flavored sticky rice cake topped with a generous layer of creamy custard is perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time: 20 minutes mins
Cook Time: 30 minutes mins
Bake Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time: 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course :Dessert, snacks
Servings =12
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Ingredients
 

STICKY RICE:

  • 2 cups glutinous rice - washed and drained
  • ΒΎ can coconut milk
  • 1 cup water

UBE HALAYA:

  • 1 can coconut milk
  • ΒΎ can evaporated milk
  • ΒΎ can condensed milk
  • 2 cups ube cut into cubes

CUSTARD TOPPING:

  • ΒΌ can condensed milk
  • ΒΌ can evaporated milk
  • ΒΌ can coconut milk
  • 2 pieces egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon flour

Instructions
 

  • Generously grease an 8x8-inch square pan or baking dish with oil.
  • ΒΎ can coconut milk, 1 cup water, 2 cups glutinous rice - washed and drained
    In a large pot over medium heat, mix together the coconut milk and water. Add the glutinous rice. Bring to a simmer then turn heat to low and cover. Let it cook until all liquids are absorbed. The rice should only be almost cooked at this point.
  • 1 can coconut milk, ΒΎ can evaporated milk, 2 cups ube
    While waiting, make the ube halaya, by putting the ube, coconut milk, and evaporated milk on a large pan or pot and cook over medium heat until fork tender. Use immersion blender or potato masher or wooden fork to mash into a puree.
  • ΒΎ can condensed milk
    Add the condensed milk and cook while constantly stirring until thick and smooth.
  • Add the half-cooked rice to the pan of ube halaya. Gently fold until completely combined. Transfer the rice into the greased pan and spread out evenly.
  • ΒΌ can condensed milk, ΒΌ can evaporated milk, ΒΌ can coconut milk, 2 pieces egg yolks, 1 tablespoon flour
    Mix all the ingredients for the custard in a bowl then pour this over the rice and bake at 180C for 15-25 minutes or until custard is cooked and turns golden.

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 15gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 108mgPotassium: 492mgFiber: 1gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 161IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 193mgIron: 3mg
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  1. Ayesa says

    July 22, 2023 at 10:29 pm

    how much ube halaya in a jar does the recipe require if not using home made halaya? Thank you!

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    • Bebs says

      July 28, 2023 at 10:02 am

      Use about 2 cups of the jarred ube halaya then add a cup or more of coconut milk or evaporated milk to have the same consistency as shown in the video.

      Reply
  2. Erlinda Kearns says

    March 31, 2023 at 12:36 am

    5 stars
    will try this recipe..haven't found a store that sells ube root...but I will give comments as soon as I make this.
    Looks very delicious and I love the colors: purple and gold...my University colors and state football.

    Reply
  3. Wilma says

    February 02, 2022 at 9:09 am

    5 stars
    Yummy yummy 🀀

    Reply

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