Luto-Luto: Macapuno Bars

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 MACAPUNO BARS

Macapuno is a classic Filipino ingredient in desserts. What is macapuno? In English, it is simply translated as coconut strings in its own syrup. It is such a versatile ingredient. It goes on bibingka, buko pandan, cassava cake, fruit salad, and halo-halo. Below is a very simple recipe using macapuno. Pair with coffee for a yummy breakfast!



INGREDIENTS

PROCESS

Prepare ahead of time: ½ cup butter, softened (not melted)

To soften:

Take butter out of the refrigerator about 2 hours prior.

OR place butter sticks in a small bowl. Place small bowl inside another bowl with hot water. Keep pouring in hot water until the butter melts.

6 egg yolks

1.    Using a cooking pot, beat egg yolks until smooth.

2.    Add macapuno, butter, and vanilla extract.

3.    Cook mixture on stovetop until it thickens (about 5 minutes).

1 jar of macapuno strings

½ cup butter, softened

½ tsp. vanilla extract

Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.    Spray baking dish with cooking spray.

5.    Place a puff pastry sheet flat onto baking dish. Bake for about 5 minutes until lightly browned. (This may depend on your oven and puff pastry.)

6.    Pour macapuno mixture over puff pastry.

7.    Place another puff pastry sheet on top of the macapuno mixture (like a sandwich).

8.    Bake for about 10 minutes until top layer is golden brown. (Again, this depends on your oven and puff pastry.)

STORAGE: Store in airtight container and store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.

ENJOY J