Heart-Healthy Binignit

Discover the wholesome goodness of Heart-Healthy Binignit, a guilt-free twist on the classic Filipino dessert. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like sweet potatoes, taro, purple yam, and Saba bananas, this comforting dish is cooked in a creamy base of low-fat coconut milk and fresh coconut water, delivering a lighter alternative without compromising on flavor. Infused with the fragrant aroma of pandan leaves and sweetened naturally with brown sugar and a hint of stevia, this dessert is perfect for those looking to indulge while maintaining a heart-conscious lifestyle. Completed with chewy tapioca pearls for a delightful texture, this nourishing binignit is an ideal choice for a warm family treat or a refreshing chilled snack. Easy to prepare and naturally gluten-free, this recipe balances traditional flavors with modern dietary mindfulness.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 cup taro root
• 2 medium banana (Saba or plantain)
• 1 cup purple yam
• 1 whole young coconut (meat and water)
• 2 cups low-fat coconut milk
• 1 cup cooked tapioca pearls
• 2 pieces pandan leaves
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon stevia
• 1 pinch pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the sweet potatoes, taro root, and purple yam into small cubes. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel the bananas and slice them into thick rounds.

Step 3

In a large pot, combine the coconut water with half of the coconut meat, sliced pandan leaves, and bring to a boil.

Step 4

Once boiling, add the diced sweet potatoes, taro, purple yam, and a pinch of salt. Simmer for 15 minutes until slightly tender.

Step 5

Add the sliced bananas and continue to cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the low-fat coconut milk and the remaining coconut meat, adjusting the consistency with more coconut water if desired.

Step 7

Add the cooked tapioca pearls to the mixture.

Step 8

Sweeten the binignit using brown sugar and stevia, taste, and adjust as necessary, maintaining heart-healthiness by not over-sweetening.

Step 9

Simmer the mixture for an additional 10 minutes, stirring gently to avoid sticking, until all ingredients are tender.

Step 10

Remove the pandan leaves before serving.

Step 11

Let it cool slightly before serving to enhance the flavors, and enjoy your heart-healthy binignit warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4126.3 grams (4126.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3088

Total Fat 103.20g	132%
Saturated Fat 87.20g	436%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 978mg	43%
Total Carbohydrate 531.70g	193%
Dietary Fiber 67.40g	241%
Total Sugars 155.80g
Protein 40.00g	80%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 552mg	42%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 8224mg	175%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.9%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 66.1%