Cheese Puto
Cheese Puto are soft, fluffy, and extra delicious with pockets of cheese! These Filipino steamed cakes are easy to make and fun to eat. They are delicious on their own or served with dinuguan or pancit.
Instructions
Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder together in a large bowl and stir well. Add eggs one at a time and beat well using an electric mixer after each addition.
Incorporate milk and beat until it's smooth. Add water and continue to beat until the batter is thin and smooth.
Add butter and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended. Add the shredded cheese and stir until combined.
Fill molds with batter up to ¾ full. Arrange molds in a single layer on a steamer rack and place in the steamer.
Steam until a toothpick inserted in the center of the muffin comes out clean.
Turn off the heat, top each puto with the sliced cheese, and cover to allow the residual heat to melt the cheese.
These Filipino muffins are traditionally enjoyed as a snack or dessert. They're delicious with hot coffee or ice-cold samalamig!
It's common to serve them as a side to savory dishes such as dinuguan or pancit guisado. Soft and fluffy, they provide a delicious contrast of flavor and texture.