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Filipino Sticky Rice Cake

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Bibingka Malagkit is a beloved Filipino dessert made with glutinous rice, coconut milk, and brown sugar. Topped with a sweet, caramel-like coconut glaze, it’s sticky, chewy, and irresistibly delicious—perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat at home.

Ingredients

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For the Sticky Rice Layer:

  • 2 cups glutinous rice
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ½ tsp salt

For the Coconut Glaze:

  • 1 cup coconut cream
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Sticky Rice:
    • Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
    • In a large saucepan, combine the rice, water, coconut milk, brown sugar, and salt. Stir to mix.
    • Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is fully cooked, about 15–20 minutes. Set aside.
  2. Make the Coconut Glaze:
    • In a separate saucepan, combine the coconut cream and brown sugar.
    • Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens and turns into a caramel-like consistency, about 8–10 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract, if using.
  3. Assemble the Rice Cake:
    • Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with banana leaves for a more authentic flavor.
    • Press the cooked sticky rice into the prepared dish, smoothing it out with a spatula.
    • Pour the coconut glaze evenly over the top, spreading it to cover the rice layer completely.
  4. Bake (Optional):
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • Bake the rice cake for 10–15 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbling and slightly caramelized.
  5. Cool and Serve:
    • Let the rice cake cool completely before slicing into squares or rectangles. Serve at room temperature or slightly warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, toast some shredded coconut and sprinkle it on top before serving.
  • To make this dessert even richer, use muscovado sugar instead of brown sugar.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.