Pilipit Recipe is a simple cake recipe that everyone should know. This recipe will produce delicious and sweet cakes, suitable for various occasions. The soft dough is added with sugar which makes it delicious and sweet and is liked by all groups.
I tried Pilipit Recipe for the first time when I was in Indonesia. There are many coffee shops or places to drink coffee where various cakes are served, one of which is Pilipit. It tastes soft and sweet and tempts your taste buds in the morning. Intrigued by the recipe, you decided to make it yourself after finding out the recipe from various online sources.
The taste is delicious and the unique texture adds to our excitement to try it. The outside is crispy and the middle is soft and tender, there is a slight coconut taste and of course, the overall taste is sweet. The taste of this cake is very impressive, we wanted to enjoy it all the time so we decided to make our own Pilipit at home.
After arriving home, I immediately tried the Pilipit Recipe, preparing the various ingredients needed as stated on the recipe website. This is where the Pilipit adventure begins, we prepare the materials and bravely carry out tests and trials. After we made it several times, we felt that what we produced was delicious and worth sharing with everyone.
Before we look at the recipe, we will explain a little about pilipit, sometimes some of us don’t fully understand this soft and sweet twist cake.
What is Pilipit?
Pilipit is a donut or typical Filipino food but you can find it in various countries in Southeast Asia. The shape is unique, bent or twisted, but the dough is soft and delicious.
Pilipit cake is made using wheat flour, coconut milk, and granulated sugar, so the result is a delicious snack that is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. This cake is often fried until brown. The outside is sprinkled with sugar so it tastes sweet. Usually, powdered sugar (sugar powder) is used. Usually, pilipit is enjoyed while drinking coffee in villages in Indonesia, or in the Philippines, and even Thailand.
Now it’s time for us to look at the ingredients for making pilipit.
Pilipit Ingredients
- 2 cups glutinous rice flour
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup grated coconut (optional)
- Cooking oil
- Sprinkle granulated sugar for coating (optional), you can use powdered sugar that has been ground into flour.
How to Make Pilipit
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sticky rice flour, coconut milk, and granulated sugar, and mix until it forms a soft dough.
- If using grated coconut, add it to the mixture and mix until the grated coconut is mixed evenly with the mixture.
- Take a small portion of the dough, and roll it into a thin rope 5 to 6 inches long.
- Twist the dough rope in a spiral and press both ends so that it sticks and becomes tight.
- Repeat this process for all the dough
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Put the dough that has been twisted or twisted into the oil one by one, and fry in batches so that it doesn’t fill the frying pan too tightly.
- Fry the pilipit until the color turns brown and crispy on the outside.
- Once cooked, remove the Twisted Filipino donuts from the oil, and drain on paper towels.
Let it sit for a while until the pilipit feels a bit cold, then enjoy it while drinking coffee or tea in the morning.
Note:
These Twisted Filipino donuts can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for several days.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve pilipi as a side dish or snack with additional chocolate sauce, or use caramel to pamper your taste buds.
- Try pairing Twisted Filipino donuts with ice cream or sorbet for a refreshing tropical treat.
- As a complement to coffee dishes, try enjoying a bite of pilipit with every sip of the sweet and savory coffee water.
- Try serving pilipit cake together with sliced fruit such as mangosteen, pineapple and others. This will produce a tropical impression of enjoying the dish.
- Serve pilipit or Twisted Filipino donuts along with other dishes during Filipino-themed celebrations, and serve with dessert.
Pilipit Recipe Variations to Try!
For those of you who like Twisted Filipino donuts, try this new variant of this cake. There are many styles and ways of making it, each recipe has its uniqueness and specialty. We have collected several pilipit recipes below, find out which one is your favorite.
- Chocolate-Coated Pilipit: Dip Twisted Filipino donuts in melted chocolate, and you’ll find a decadent chocolate touch.
- Ube Flavored Pilipit: Try making it by adding ube powder or extract to the mixture. This will give it a bright purple hue and there will be a delicious hint of ube flavor.
- Pandan-Infused Pilipit: Add pandan extract to the Twisted Filipino doughnuts to give them a distinctive fragrant aroma.
- Cinnamon Sugar Pilipit: Freshly fried Twisted Filipino donuts tossed in a mixture of cinnamon powder and sugar. This will bring a spicy twist to the classic.
- Citrus Zest Pilipit: Mix grated orange zest, or grated lemon in the mixture for a refreshing citrus taste.
- Nutty Crunch Pilipit: Roll the mixture in crushed nuts, you can use peanuts or almonds, this will add crunch. If you want, you can dip it in melted chocolate and then sprinkle it with crushed nuts for a nutty taste.
Conclusion: Pilipit Recipe
Pilipit is a typical snack from the Philippines and you can find it in many Southeast Asian countries. This is a delicious cake made with wheat flour and several other ingredients. It is versatile because it can be made in various variations as we just mentioned.
Twisted Filipino donuts are usually enjoyed in the morning accompanied by a cup of warm coffee or hot tea.
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FAQs about Pilipit Recipe
What does Pilipit taste like?
If you ask “What does pilipit taste like?”, it tastes sweet, with a crunchy texture on the outside and soft or tender on the inside.
What is the difference between pilipit and other snacks?
Pilipit or Twisted Filipino donuts are different from other snacks, whereas several other Filipino snacks such as kakanin, bibingka, are made from rice flour and coconut milk. Meanwhile, this cake is made using wheat flour.
Can Twisted Filipino donuts be stored for later consumption?
Yes, you can store it for several days in an airtight container. But it is best enjoyed immediately after cooking.
Is Pilipit suitable for vegans?
Yes, pilipit is vegan because it does not use animal products such as eggs or animal milk. However, you should check the ingredients or ask the manufacturer.
Suggestions for serving Twisted Filipino donuts?
This cake is delicious to enjoy with a cup of morning coffee or warm tea. When it rains or when the weather is cold is the right time to enjoy pilipit. Some people also try sprinkling melted chocolate or caramel on top.
Ingredients
- 2 cups glutinous rice flour
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup grated coconut (optional)
- Cooking oil
- Sprinkle of granulated sugar for coating (optional), you can use powdered sugar that has been ground into flour.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sticky rice flour, coconut milk and granulated sugar, mix until it forms a soft dough.
- If using grated coconut, add it to the mixture and mix until the grated coconut is mixed evenly with the mixture.
- Take a small portion of the dough, roll it into a thin rope 5 to 6 inches long.
- Twist the dough rope in a spiral and press both ends so that it sticks and becomes tight.
- Repeat this process for all the dough
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Put the dough that has been twisted or twisted into the oil one by one, fry in batches so that it doesn't fill the frying pan too tightly.
- Fry the pilipit until the color turns brown and crispy on the outside.
- Once cooked, remove the Twisted Filipino donuts from the oil, and drain on paper towels.
Notes
These Twisted Filipino donuts can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for several days.
