Ube Milk Recipe (Gatas na Ube)

Name: Ube Milk Recipe (Gatas na Ube)
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 7 min
Yield: 2 cups
Ingredients: 1 Can 360ml Coconut Evaporated Milk; ¼ Cup Ube Cookie Butter

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Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
7 mins
Servings
2 cups
Calories
185 kcal
Course
Drinks, Snacks
Cuisine
Filipino

Ube Milk Recipe (Gatas na Ube)

Iris Warren

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Ube Milk is a Filipino-inspired beverage base made by blending coconut evaporated milk with ube cookie butter, creating a rich, purple-hued drink starter. It combines the creamy sweetness of coconut with the nutty, vanilla-like flavor of ube (purple yam), resulting in a versatile mixture that can be used hot or cold in various drinks and desserts. This two-ingredient recipe yields a smooth, dairy-rich base that stores well and serves as the foundation for everything from lattes and bubble tea to traditional Filipino treats like champorado and biko.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 Can 360ml Coconut Evaporated Milk
¼ Cup Ube Cookie Butter

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Instructions

First, choose your preferred method - either cold blender method or hot stovetop method.
For the cold method, simply add one can (360ml) of coconut evaporated milk and ¼ cup of ube cookie butter to your blender. Blend for 30-45 seconds on medium speed until the mixture is completely smooth with no lumps. Pour into a clean glass jar.
For the hot method, combine one can (360ml) of coconut evaporated milk and ¼ cup of ube cookie butter in a medium saucepan. Place over medium heat (165°F/74°C). Whisk continuously as the mixture heats, making sure the cookie butter melts completely and incorporates into the milk. Once the mixture is smooth and fully combined, remove from heat. Let it cool to room temperature.
Pour your finished ube milk into a clean 16-ounce glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. If you notice any separation, give it a gentle stir. Refrigerate immediately. Before each use, shake or stir well. The ube milk will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Use it chilled for cold drinks or gently reheat for hot beverages. For hot drinks, warm only the amount you plan to use, never boil the mixture.
For best results, always start with room temperature ingredients. If the mixture is too thick, gradually add warm water until you reach your desired consistency. If it's too thin, whisk in additional ube cookie butter one teaspoon at a time.

Notes

Found in Asian grocery stores or international sections of major supermarkets. Look for brands like Coconut Tree or UFC.
Yes, but the coconut flavor will be missing. Regular evaporated milk works well but provides a different flavor profile.
Yes, but the richness and texture will vary. Full-fat milks work best for creamiest results.
Make it homemade using our recipe or find it in Filipino specialty stores. Some Asian markets carry it seasonally.
Yes, brands like Trader Joe's or Filipino specialty brands offer pre-made versions.
Yes, use the same amount but expect a slightly different texture and more intense ube flavor.
Ube Milk Recipe (Gatas na Ube)
Always use room temperature ingredients for better blending
Stir well before each use as natural separation may occur
For extra creaminess, add 1 tablespoon coconut cream (kakang gata)
Use filtered water when diluting for best taste
Store in glass rather than plastic to maintain freshness
Hot Ube Latte
Iced Ube Milk Tea
Ube Champorado
Warm Ube Hot Chocolate
Ube Milk Boba
Separation occurs: Natural and normal - simply shake or stir before use
Too thick: Gradually add warm water until desired consistency is reached
Too thin: Add 1-2 teaspoons additional ube cookie butter
Grainy texture: Blend longer or heat slightly to smooth out
Color not purple enough: Add additional ube cookie butter 1 teaspoon at a time
Coconut Evaporated Milk: Regular evaporated milk or full-fat coconut milk
Ube Cookie Butter: Ube halaya (traditional ube jam) or ube extract with regular cookie butter
Sweetener options: Palm sugar, coconut sugar, or honey to taste
Store in airtight glass container
Keep refrigerated up to 7 days
Shake well before each use
Reheat gently in microwave or stovetop
Do not boil when reheating
Ube Matcha Milk: Add 1 teaspoon matcha powder
Ube Coconut: Add ¼ cup coconut cream
Ube Vanilla: Add ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Ube Almond: Use almond milk instead of coconut
Extra Rich: Add condensed milk to taste