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Black Kutsinta Recipe

This variation of the classic Kutsinta uses blackstrap molasses to give it a unique flavor and darker color. It has the same soft and chewy bite but a richer, caramelized, smoky taste!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 22 pieces
Calories: 51 kcal
Course: Dessert , Breakfast , Snacks
Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

  • vegetable or coconut oil for brushing molds
For the Kutsinta Mixture
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoon tapioca starch
  • ½ cup Muscovado sugar or dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses
  • 1 cup lukewarm water
  • 1 ½ teaspoons lye water
TOPPING:
  • ¼ cup desiccated coconut or ½ cup freshly grated coconut
  • ⅛ cup hot water
  • ⅛ cup roasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Muscovado sugar or dark brown sugar

Instructions

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  1. Slightly grease your kutsinta molds with oil and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, tapioca flour and sugar.
  3. Add in lukewarm water and stir until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Add the blackstrap molasses and mix well. Then stir in the lye water and mix.
  5. Fill the molds about three-quarters (¾) full of the mixture. Arrange in a single layer in a steamer basket.
  6. Steam over medium heat for about 20-30 minutes or until the top is set when touched.
  7. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  8. To make the topping: Place the desiccated coconut In a small bowl. Pour the hot water over it and mix well. Let it cool down. Add the roasted sesame seeds and muscovado sugar and mix.
  9. Unmold the black kutsinta and arrange it on a serving plate. Let it cool down a bit before serving.
  10. Serve with the desiccated coconut topping or with dulce de leche.

Nutrition Information

Calories 51kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g Sodium 3mg (0%) Potassium 34mg (1%) Fiber 0.4g (2%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 0.1IU (0%) Vitamin C 0.02mg (0%) Calcium 17mg (2%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 22pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 51

% Daily Value*

Calories 51kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Potassium 34mg 1%
Fiber 0.4g 2%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 0.1IU 0%
Vitamin C 0.02mg 0%
Calcium 17mg 2%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.