Ingredients
– 5 cups fresh milk
– 1 cup sugar
– ½ teaspoon lime or calamansi zest
– 2 tablespoons butter
– ¾ cup full cream powdered milk
Instructions
1-In a wide nonstick skillet over low heat, combine 5 cups of fresh milk and ⅔ cup of sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
2-Cook over low heat, stirring regularly and scraping the sides and bottom to prevent lumps and burning, until the mixture thickens into a thin paste, about 1 to 1 ½ hours.
3-Mix in ½ teaspoon lime or calamansi zest to add a subtle, refreshing note.
4-Add 2 tablespoons butter and ¾ cup full cream powdered milk, stirring until smooth and fully combined.
5-Continue cooking for another 3 to 5 minutes until the mixture pulls away from the pan and forms a soft dough.
6-Transfer to a lightly oiled plate and let cool until it can be handled without sticking.
7-Divide into roughly 40 portions and roll each into 1-inch-long logs.
8-Roll the pastillas in the remaining ⅓ cup sugar to coat fully and give them that classic sparkle.
9-Individually wrap the pastillas in paper or cellophane for easy storage and gifting.
Last Step:
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🔥 Use low heat and stir frequently to avoid curdling or burning the milk mixture.
🍳 A non-stick pan and wooden spoon make stirring easier and prevent sticking.
❄️ Chill the mixture briefly if it is too soft or sticky to handle for shaping.
🥛 Use full cream powdered milk to maintain smooth, non-grainy texture.
🛡️ Store unshaped mixture in an airtight container with plastic wrap touching surface to prevent skin formation; refrigerate for up to three days before shaping.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop Cooking and Rolling
- Cuisine: Filipino
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece