Pandan Puto

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Pandan, or screwpine leaves, are a delicious and aromatic plant. It’s no wonder that its addition to puto can be addictive! Add a drop or two of green food coloring to make it stand out from the usual yellow-colored bites. 

Cheese Puto

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The most basic puto is also one of the most delicious. It’s soft and buttery with a salty kick from the cheese that’s melted right on top of the delicate little rice cake. There’s a reason why this is a classic favorite, and its simplicity may be why it’s such

Leche Flan Puto

How to make puto better? Put leche flan on top of puto! Two Pinoy favorites in one delicious snack-it doesn’t get better than this! 

Muscovado Puto

A tiny tweak to an otherwise successful putorecipe makes this a sure hit with anyone who loves the brown sugar trend. The use of muscovado sugar for these puto is what gives each mini cake a delicious and unique sweetness and its brown hue. 

Puto Lanson

Puto Lanson made with cassava, coconut, and brown sugar is perfect for a snack or dessert. This Filipino delicacy is easy to make, tasty, and gluten-free!

Rainbow Puto

Here’s a puto recipe that you can whip up with the kids! This rainbow puto is both easy to make and delicious. It’s the classic steamed kakanin, but with lots of bright colors. Don’t forget the cheese! 

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