A warm bowl of ginataang bilo-bilo is the kind of merienda you linger over. The coconut milk is creamy and lightly sweet, and every spoonful brings something different. You might get a chewy rice ball, a soft piece of sweet potato, or a fragrant strip of jackfruit. It’s especially welcome on a rainy afternoon.

What Is Ginataang Bilo-Bilo

Ginataang bilo-bilo is a Filipino dessert made by simmering small balls of glutinous rice dough in sweetened coconut milk. The word ginataan refers to food cooked in coconut milk, and bilo-bilo are the little rice balls that give this dish its signature chew.

Some versions keep it simple with rice balls, sago pearls, and langka (jackfruit). Others add kamote (sweet potato) and saba bananas for a heartier bowl. As the sweet potato softens, the jackfruit perfumes the coconut milk, and the tiny pearls add another bit of chew.

From Afternoon Merienda to the Dessert Table

Merienda is the snack between meals, and a small bowl of ginataang bilo-bilo fits right in. It can also round out a meal at a family gathering or potluck. Ladle it into small bowls while it’s warm, or serve it chilled if you prefer a thicker coconut base.

Enjoy It with Community Catering

Planning a birthday, family reunion, or community gathering? Ginataang bilo-bilo is on our Filipino dessert menu. Explore the Community Catering menu or contact us about your event.

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Discover ginataang bilo-bilo, a Filipino coconut milk dessert with chewy rice balls, sago pearls, and jackfruit. Enjoy it warm for merienda or chilled for dessert.