Bibingka

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 F. 

2. Step 2

   If not using banana leaves, coat a jumbo 6-cup muffin pan with nonstick spray.

3. Step 3

   If using a banana leaf, use the top of a small bowl or plate to trace and cut 6 rounds from the banana leaf, about 5 1/2 to 6 inches in diameter. Line each jumbo muffin mold with a banana leaf round. 

4. Step 4

   In a large bowl, combine the rice flour , granulated sugar, baking powder , and salt.

5. Step 5

   In a medium bowl, combine the coconut milk, melted butter , and egg.

6. Step 6

   Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth. The batter should be runny.

7. Step 7

   Divide the batter evenly among the muffin molds, about 1/2 cup of batter in each.

8. Step 8

   Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and top each bibingka with a slice of salted egg, if using, and 1 tablespoon of cheese.

9. Step 9

   Return to the oven and continue to bake for 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. Step 10

    Brush with melted butter and garnish with more shredded coconut and cheese. Enjoy.