How to Make Puto Bumbong (Traditional Filipino Rice Cake You Can Sell)
If you’re looking for a recipe that is unique, traditional, and high-value , Filipino puto bumbong is one of the best choices. This purple rice cake is steamed in bamboo tubes and served with butter, sugar, and coconut. It’s especially popular during the Christmas season, making it perfect for seasonal business opportunities with high demand . What is Puto Bumbong? Puto bumbong is a traditional Filipino rice cake made from purple glutinous rice , steamed in bamboo tubes and topped with butter, sugar, and grated coconut. It is commonly enjoyed as: • a holiday treat (especially during Simbang Gabi) • a street food favorite • a warm dessert • a cultural delicacy Its soft texture and smoky aroma make it special. Ingredients • 2 cups glutinous rice flour (or pirurutong rice flour) • 1 cup water • banana leaves (for lining) Toppings: • grated coconut • brown sugar • butter Simple ingredients with authentic flavor. Instructions Step 1 Prepare the rice mixture by combining fl...