Serene
Culinary Explorer
Smells Good, Tastes Good!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups rice flour
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter (or coconut oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional, for texture)
- 1/4 cup grated cheese (optional; cheddar or a similar cheese)
- Banana leaves, lightly toasted or parchment paper (for lining the pan)
- Salted egg slices (optional; for topping)
- Coconut or sugar syrup (optional; for drizzling)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Banana Leaves:
- If using banana leaves, briefly toast them over an open flame or in a hot skillet to make them pliable. Cut them into circles to fit your baking pan. Alternatively, you can use parchment paper.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the rice flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, melted butter, and eggs until well combined.
- Combine the Ingredients:
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. If using shredded coconut, fold it into the batter at this stage.
- Prepare the Pan:
- Line your baking pan (about 8-inch round or square) with banana leaves or parchment paper.
- Grease the lined pan lightly with butter or oil.
- Pour and Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- If using, scatter the grated cheese on top and gently press the salted egg slices into the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the bibingka to cool in the pan for a few minutes before removing it.
- Slice into squares or wedges.
- Drizzle with coconut or sugar syrup if desired.