Royal Bibingka
Royal Bibingka is a Filipino rice cake traditionally served on holidays and special occasions. Sweet, chewy, and cheesy, it makes for a tasty snack or dessert!
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 30 min
- Yield
- 8 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 cups glutinous rice flour
- 1 cup sugar plus 1 tablespoon for dusting
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup evaporated or fresh milk
- 3 eggs
- 2 tablespoons margarine or butter, melted
- 1 cup sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, 1 cup of the sugar, coconut milk, evaporated milk, and eggs. Whisk together until batter is well-blended and smooth.
- 2
Generously grease an 11 x 9 baking dish or 10-inch cast-iron skillet with margarine or butter.
- 3
Transfer batter and bake in a 350 F oven for about 15 to 20 minutes or until mixture is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 4
Take out from the oven and carefully push down areas that are puffed up. Generously brush the top with butter or margarine.
- 5
Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar and shredded cheese.
- 6
Return to oven and bake for another 4 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and the top is golden.
- 7
Remove from heat and allow to cool completely before slicing.