Halo-Halo, meaning “mix-mix” in Tagalog, is a colorful, layered Filipino dessert featuring shaved ice, sweetened fruits, jellies, leche flan, and ube ice cream, all topped with evaporated milk. It’s a beautiful collision of texture, flavor, and chill — perfect for warm days and celebrations.
In tall parfait glasses or bowls, layer about 2 tablespoons of each of the sweetened ingredients (bananas, jackfruit, beans, macapuno, nata de coco, kaong).
Be creative with the colors and textures — the visual layering is part of the appeal.
Pack each glass generously with shaved or crushed ice until it slightly domes above the rim.
Press down lightly to compact but don’t crush the ingredients underneath.
Pour 2–3 tablespoons of evaporated milk over the ice in each glass.
Optional: drizzle with sweetened condensed milk for extra richness.
Top each with a scoop of ube ice cream.
Add a slice of leche flan beside or beneath the ice cream.
Sprinkle with pinipig or crispy rice cereal for crunch.
Optional: drizzle ube halaya or extra syrup from the preserved fruits.
Serve immediately with a long spoon.
Encourage your guests to “halo-halo” — mix everything before eating!
Add gulaman cubes (agar jelly) for extra color
Substitute or add fresh fruits like mango or avocado
Add cheese for a sweet-savory twist (Filipino-style)
Drink: Serve alongside pandan iced tea or coconut water
Occasion: Perfect for tropical BBQs, fiestas, or hot summer afternoons
4 servings