Mastering the Art of Preparing the Delectable Filipino Dessert- How to Make Cham Cham Perfectly

How to Prepare Cham Cham: A Delightful Philippine Dessert

Cham cham, also known as halo-halo, is a popular Philippine dessert that has captured the hearts and taste buds of many. Made with a combination of sweetened beans, ice cream, and a variety of toppings, this delightful treat is perfect for any occasion. In this article, we will guide you through the process of preparing cham cham, ensuring that you can enjoy this delicious dessert at home.

Ingredients

To prepare cham cham, you will need the following ingredients:

– 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
– 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
– 1 cup of crushed ice
– 1 cup of evaporated milk
– 1 cup of crushed ice cream (vanilla or any flavor of your choice)
– 1/2 cup of crushed ice (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed ube (purple yam) ice cream (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed mango ice cream (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed jackfruit ice cream (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed red bean ice cream (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed pandan ice cream (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed mango (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed ube (purple yam) (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed jackfruit (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed red bean (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed pandan leaves (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed jelly (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed fruit cocktail (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed banana (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed cheese (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed chocolate (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed wafers (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed nuts (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed ice cream (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed ube (purple yam) ice cream (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed mango ice cream (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed jackfruit ice cream (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed red bean ice cream (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed pandan ice cream (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed mango (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed ube (purple yam) (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed jackfruit (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed red bean (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed pandan leaves (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed jelly (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed fruit cocktail (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed banana (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed cheese (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed chocolate (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed wafers (optional)
– 1/2 cup of crushed nuts (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and coconut milk.
2. Add the crushed ice and mix well until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Stir in the evaporated milk and mix thoroughly.
4. In a separate bowl, crush the ice cream using a fork or ice cream scoop.
5. Add the crushed ice cream to the mixture and stir well.
6. If desired, add the optional crushed toppings, such as mango, ube, jackfruit, red bean, pandan, jelly, fruit cocktail, banana, cheese, chocolate, wafers, and nuts.
7. Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more sweetened condensed milk or coconut milk.
8. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
9. Serve the cham cham chilled, with additional toppings if desired.

Now that you know how to prepare cham cham, you can enjoy this delightful Philippine dessert at home with your family and friends. Bon appétit!