Ode to Halo-Halo

bon appétit frozen dessert dessert southeast asian philippines berry banana coconut kid-friendly back to school small plates

Chris Morocco

Serves 2

Source

Ingredients

2 very ripe bananas, sliced 1/4-inch thick

2 tablespoons light brown sugar

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Kosher salt

6 ounces fresh blueberries (about 1 cup)

6 ounces fresh blackberries (about 1 1/2 cups), cut in half if large

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk

2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk

4 cups shaved ice

1/2 pint vanilla or coconut ice cream

Toasted unsweetened coconut flakes, gummi bears, and/or popcorn (for serving)

Method

Combine bananas, brown sugar, vanilla, a pinch of salt, and 2 Tbsp. water in a small bowl. Let sit, stirring occasionally, until bananas are jammy and liquid is slightly thickened, 20–30 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine berries, lime juice, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Mash berries lightly to release juices. Let sit, stirring occasionally, until juices are slightly thickened, 15–20 minutes.

Stir coconut milk and sweetened condensed milk in a small bowl to combine. Assemble halo-halo in 2 small bowls or pint glasses, alternating layers of bananas, berries, shaved ice, ice cream, and coconut milk mixture. Top as desired.