Filipino Breakfast, Dessert & Snacks
Here we share an enticing blend of flavors and influences, as we introduce a variety of Filipino breakfast and snack recipe selections that we grew up with to enjoy. Bursting with bold tastes and comforting textures, Filipino breakfasts and snacks provide a delightful start to the day and offer satisfying pick-me-ups throughout the day. From the hearty and savory silog breakfast plates, to the sweet and delectable kakanin snacks, these dishes embody the warmth and richness of Filipino culture.
We will introduce you to a variety of popular Filipino breakfast and snack options that showcase the unique ingredients and culinary creativity of the Philippines, as we invite you to enjoy the vibrant tastes and traditions of Filipino mornings and snack times in your own home.
From Millie’s smooth and fluffy Brazo de Mercedes, Ube-flavored Biko and Buko Pie, to Janis’s award-winning Leche Flan, Turon or delectable Macaroni Salad, and not to mention Ludwig’s Puto Kutsinta, Sapin-sapin, Biniribid, to Miles and Cathy’s Pinakru, Ube Halaya and many more, we’re certain you’ll have a great time deciding what to try next. And we haven’t even started with breakfast items yet, like Pritong Daing, Ginisang Itlog Tocino and Longaniza! And how about Janis’s pickled Hatsara staff? There are so many dishes to choose from, it’s truly amazing!
Turon, Saba Banana Fritters
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon →Turon is a versatile snack that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with other desserts. Some people like drizzling caramel or chocolate sauce over the fried rolls to enhance the...
Filipino Macaroni Salad with Raisins
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon →Each person has their own unique twist on a recipe, incorporating preferred ingredients and preparation methods that set their dish apart from others. That's how we determine...
Pritong Daing at Pusit
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon → A favorite Filipino breakfast meal that is commonly served on every Filipino breakfast table is Daing, which basically means sun-dried fish. It can be made from various types of...
Homemade Halo-Halo Special
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon → Halo-Halo, also spelled as Halu-halu, is a popular Filipino dessert that is often sold as street food. The name means "mixed" in English, and the dish consists of finely shaved...
Sautéed Shrimp Paste as Mango Dip
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon → Having sautéed Shrimp Paste dip or Ginisang Bagoong Alamang Sawsawan for sliced, unripe or mid-ripe mangoes is a delicacy that has been a Filipino tradition for centuries. This...
Acharang Singkamas at Mangga
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon → Atchara, alternatively spelled as Achara or Atsara, is a time-honored Filipino pickling recipe that typically features unripe, shredded papayas or slightly ripe ones. These...
Homemade Pan de Sal, Filipino Rolls
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon →Pan de Sal, or Pandesal, is an embodiment of Filipino culinary culture, revered as a breakfast staple and a delightful snack option. This popular Filipino bread roll, made from...
Refreshing Avocado Dessert, Sweetened Avocado
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon → When I first came to the United States, it really surprised me that Avocado plays a big role in many recipes, mostly in Mexican-inspired cuisines. I knew nothing else about...
Homemade Biko Recipe, Filipino Sticky Rice Cake
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon → Biko is sticky rice(Malagkit) simply cooked in coconut milk, vanilla extract and sugar, then topped with latik. When I make my Biko, I usually add a few pieces of Anis seeds and...
Sautéed Eggs, Ginisang Itlog sa Kamatis
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon → A popular breakfast meal in the Philippines is Ginisang Itlog, or Sautéed Eggs, which involves sautéing battered eggs with onions, garlic, and tomatoes. This delicious dish is...
Puto, Steamed Rice Muffin
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon → Puto is a steamed rice muffin that is very popular sweet rice flour recipe in the Philippines. It’s made simply by combining rice flour and sweet rice four or "kakanin" mixture...
Ginataang Saging na Saba, Pinakru
amazonFind Filipino cooking ingredients on AmazonShop on Amazon → In Tagalog, it’s called Ginataang Saba or Saging. We use ripe Saba bananas to create this dish for snacks, but you can also have it for breakfast. We call it differently as I...