Cool down with these easy Filipino Ice Candy recipes! Learn how to make mango, ube, and buko pandan ice candy at home — fun for kids and perfect for summer.
Filipino Ice Candy – Mango, Ube, and Buko Pandan Flavors
When the summer heat hits, there’s nothing more nostalgic and refreshing than Filipino Ice Candy. These sweet frozen treats are not only easy to make — they’re also loaded with flavor, budget-friendly, and fun to eat. Whether you grew up with them or are discovering them for the first time, these homemade ice candies will instantly transport you to sunny afternoons in the Philippines.
In this post, I’ll show you how to make three of the most popular Filipino ice candy flavors — Mango, Ube, and Buko Pandan. All you need are a few simple ingredients and ice candy plastic bags (or even zip-top bags in a pinch).
What is Ice Candy?
Ice candy is the Filipino version of freeze pops — made from fruit, milk, or flavored gelatin mixtures and frozen in long, narrow plastic bags. They’re perfect for summer, especially for kids and big family gatherings.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Base (makes 10-12 sticks):
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1/2 can (7 oz) condensed milk
- 1 1/2 cups cold water
- Pinch of salt
This base works for all flavors. Adjust sweetness to taste.
Flavor Add-ins:
Mango Ice Candy
- 1 cup ripe mango puree (fresh or frozen)
- Optional: diced mango bits
Ube Ice Candy
- 1/2 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
- 1 tsp ube extract (for color and flavor)
Buko Pandan Ice Candy
- 1/2 cup shredded young coconut (buko)
- 1/2 cup pandan gelatin cubes (optional but delicious)
- 1 tsp pandan extract
How to Make Ice Candy
- Mix your base – In a large pitcher or bowl, whisk evaporated milk, condensed milk, water, and salt.
- Add your flavor – Stir in your chosen flavor mix until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Fill the plastic ice candy bags – Use a funnel to fill each bag about 3/4 full.
- Seal tightly – Twist and tie each bag securely.
- Freeze overnight – Place in the freezer and freeze for at least 6–8 hours or overnight.
Tips for Success
- Use a funnel for easy filling (no mess!).
- Label your bags if you’re making different flavors.
- Don’t overfill — leave room for expansion as it freezes.
- Add chunks of fruit or jelly for texture and fun.
Let’s Make this Ice Candy!
Homemade Filipino Ice Candy is one of the easiest and most nostalgic desserts you can make during the summer. Once you’ve tried these mango, ube, and buko pandan flavors, the possibilities are endless — try melon, chocolate, or avocado next!
Have you made ice candy before? Leave a comment and tell me your favorite flavor growing up!
How to Make Filipino Ice Candy – Mango, Ube & Buko Pandan Flavors
Equipment
- 12 Small Plastic Bags
- 1 Pitcher
- 1 Deep Laddle
- 1 funnel
Ingredients
For the Base (makes 10-12 sticks):
- 1 can Evaporated milk 12 oz
- 1/2 can Condensed milk1 1/2 cups cold waterPinch of salt 7 oz
- 1 1/2 cups Cold water
- Pinch of salt
Mango Ice Candy
- 1 cup Ripe mango puree (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup Optional: diced mango bits
Ube Ice Candy
- 1/2 cup Ube halaya (purple yam jam)
- 1 tsp Ube Extract
Instructions
- Mix your base – In a large pitcher or bowl, whisk evaporated milk, condensed milk, water, and salt.
- Add your flavor – Stir in your chosen flavor mix until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Fill the plastic ice candy bags – Use a funnel to fill each bag about 3/4 full.
- Seal tightly – Twist and tie each bag securely.
- Freeze overnight – Place in the freezer and freeze for at least 6–8 hours or overnight.
Notes
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