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Creampressive Surprises: 3 Pinoy Favorites Turned Into Creamy Holiday Gifts

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Creampressive Holiday Gifts

Are you ready to make this gift-giving season unforgettable? Whether it’s monito monita, white elephant, or classic exchange of gifts among loved ones, finding the perfect present can be quite stressful—especially when you want something special on a budget! Good thing, Nestlé All Purpose Cream is here to help you turn Filipino classic desserts into Creampressive gifts made at home! 

1. Classic Fruit Salad (Party Size)  

No Filipino Christmas party is complete without the Classic Fruit Salad! With its fresh and vibrant mix of fruits, adding Nestlé All Purpose Cream can transform it into a thicker and creamier treat. Our tip is to create a huge batch of this recipe and transfer it into smaller containers once it’s ready for gifting.

Ingredients:
2 cans fruit cocktail, drained well
1 packet NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream
2/3 cup NESTLÉ® Carnation® Condensada

Instructions:
Step 1: Drain fruit cocktail.

Step 2: Add NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream and NESTLÉ® Carnation® Condensada. Mix well. 

Step 3: Transfer to a serving container and refrigerate overnight. Serve chilled.

2. Creamy Leche Flan

If your Monito Monita calls for ‘something round and sweet,’ look no further than this Creamy Leche Flan! This Filipino classic is elevated with a thicker consistency and creamier taste thanks to Nestlé All Purpose Cream. 

Ingredients:
6 pieces Egg Yolk
1 packet NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream
2/3 cup NESTLÉ® Carnation® Condensada
1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/8 teaspoon fine salt
3 tablespoons Sugar

Instructions:
Step 1: Mix egg yolks with NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream, NESTLÉ® Carnation® Condensada, vanilla, and salt.

Step 2: Add sugar in a large lyanera. Slowly melt sugar over low heat until golden brown. Set aside.

Step 3: Strain cream mixture into the lyanera. Cover tightly with aluminium foil and steam for 25 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Step 4: Refrigerate overnight. Unmold into a serving plate and serve well chilled.

3. Creamy Ube Halaya  

While Creamy Ube Halaya is a staple of Noche Buena spread, this irresistible treat can also be a delectable gift. By adding Nestlé All Purpose Cream, your loved ones will surely taste the creamy, melts-in-your-mouth goodness of this recipe. 

Ingredients:
250 grams purple yam, rinsed well, peeled and cut into cubes
3 tablespoons Butter
1 packet NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream
1/3 cup NESTLÉ® Carnation® Condensada
1/3 cup Evaporated Milk
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon Butter
3 tablespoons Cheese

 

Instructions:
Step 1: Simmer purple yam in just enough water until very tender. Mash with cooking liquid. 

Step 2: Add butter, NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream, NESTLÉ® Carnation® Condensada, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat while mixing continuously until thick and chewy. 

Step 3: Brush lyanera with remaining 1 tsp of butter. Transfer Ube Halaya and set aside to cool. Place in the refrigerator overnight. (overnight).

Step 4: Transfer Ube Halaya on a serving plate. Grate cheese on top and serve. 

See how easy it is to prepare the perfect gift with Nestlé All Purpose Cream!? It goes to show that with a little bit of kitchen creativity, the right budget, and the right ingredients, you can create Creampressive presents your loved ones will remember! For more Creampressive holidays gifts and recipe ideas, just visit https://www.nestlegoodnes.com/ph/brands/nestle-all-purpose-cream/recipes