12 Mouth-Watering Ube Recipes You Need to Try Once in Your Life!

Looking for a twist in your recipes? Imagine a sweet potato, but brilliantly purple – that's ube! It's a staple in Filipino cuisine, bringing a distinct taste and texture to dishes. Sweeter than your average sweet potato, ube's vibrant hue adds more than just color; it's packed with antioxidants and nutrients, making it a healthier choice for those sweet cravings.

So, if you're up for a unique culinary adventure, these 15 ube recipes offer a chance to infuse fun, nutrition, and that picture-perfect charm into your kitchen creations.

Ube Halaya

Don't let the appearance of Ube Halaya fool you! This delightful lavender-colored jam-like textured may defy your expectations, but its taste is a pleasant surprise you'll love. Its texture resembles that of fluffy sweet potatoes. Despite its mild and unpretentious flavor, it's undeniably delicious, making it a hit for those seeking something subtly delightful. You can spread it on toast or bagels, use it as a dessert filling, or simply savor it by the spoonful - it's a winner however you choose to indulge!

Ube Ice Cream

Ube ice cream is another Filipino all-time favorite dessert. Most of the time, it is peddled across the streets, known as "sorbetes," and with a rendition of popsicle stick ice cream called "ice drop." With the Philippines' hot weather, it's impossible not to be obsessed with Ube ice cream. Surprisingly, you can craft this treat without the need for an ice cream maker or tedious churning, utilizing just four basic ingredients. Seemingly too good to be true, right? Well, with a combination of heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, ube flavoring extract, and ube powder, you're only 10 minutes away from placing this delightful creation in your freezer.

Ube Cake Roll

This Filipino chiffon cake boasts a cloud-like softness and a whipped cream filling. Despite its intricate appearance, it's surprisingly simple to prepare. The main challenge lies in rolling it without breakage, but it can be easily managed with care. Enhanced with ube flavoring, both cake and filling boast a brilliant purple hue. Undoubtedly beautiful, this dessert tempts even the pickiest eaters.

Ube Pandesal with Cheese

Did you know that pandesal is a staple breakfast meal for most Filipinos? It comes in various types, including classic flavorless pandesal, malunggay pandesal, and the recent favorite, ube cheese pandesal. This bread features a crunchy purple and golden crust, with a soft cheese filling. Whether enjoyed during breakfast or afternoon snacks, these treats are sure to leave you satisfied.

Ube Hopia

At a quick glance, you might think the traditional hopia recipe breaks the ube's purple streak on this list. But take a bite, and surprise! The ube's distinctive purple hue is concealed within. The hopia dough, thin and flaky, envelops a delectable filling. Its crispness and sweetness effortlessly melt in your mouth, leaving you craving more of this Filipino delight.

Ube Macapuno Cake

The Filipino Ube Macapuno Cake boasts a combination of rich flavors: maple syrup, vanilla, coconut, whipped cream, and ube. With the delightful contrast of crunchy coconut and soft cake layers, this gem elevates ube desserts to another level. It doesn't just look gorgeous on any table; it's also like a burst of flavors in one bite.

Ube Donuts

If you're craving a unique twist on your donuts, give these Filipino baked ube donuts a try. Not only are these treats delicious, but they also boast visual appeal, a trademark of most ube desserts. The best part? They require less than 20 minutes to whip up a batch. Bake a few for your family, or satisfy your sweet cravings—this delightful treat is guaranteed to bring joy without any regrets.

Ube Crinkles

Ube crinkles are crackly cookies known for their softness and often associated with chocolate flavor. However, Ube crinkles are also joining the trend and gaining popularity. Surprisingly easy to make, these cookies offer a soft, crumbly texture. The ingredients required are simple: sugar, vegetable oil, egg, ube (jam and extract), flour, baking powder, salt, and powdered sugar. While adding violet food dye enhances the vibrant purple hue, it's not always necessary. These delightful treats boast a mild, light flavor, pairing wonderfully with a steaming cup of tea or coffee.

Ube Mamon

Craving something better than a single soft and fluffy purple sponge cake? How about a batch of a dozen mini ones! With just eight simple ingredients and around 40 minutes, you can whip up these adorable treats. Their cuteness factor might just inspire you to make them over and over. This Filipino-inspired ube recipe is versatile enough to enjoy at any meal of the day.

Ube Pancakes

If you're a fan of pancakes, these airy, fluffy flapjacks could be your new favorites. Created with ube, coconut milk, eggs, vanilla, butter, flour, baking powder, and salt, they're a delightful twist to start your day. Crafting over a dozen of these beauties takes less than 30 minutes, and guess what? No waffle maker is required! These Filipino-inspired pancakes are a quick and easy morning brightener.

Ube Pie

While Filipinos have a soft spot for fruit pies like the famed 'peach mango pie,' they also love trying new flavors, introducing the ube pie to their collection. These pastry pockets boast a delightful buttery taste with the ideal blend of sweetness and a hint of savory goodness. What's more? The filling is a surprise tucked inside. Get ready for the surprised expressions when you present a plate of these flavorful treats!

Ube Taho

Taho, a beloved street snack in the Philippines, is commonly sold during the early morning hours, often serving as a popular breakfast choice. Traditionally made with silken tofu, soft boba pearls, and amber-hued sugar syrup, the classic version has taken on a delightful twist with the introduction of Ube Taho. Emerging as a favorite among many, Ube Taho infuses ube extract and bits, introducing a subtle sweetness, nuttiness, and a vibrant purple hue to this beloved treat.