Crema de fruta facts for kids
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Top: Crema de fruta from Goldilocks Bakeshop;
Bottom: Mango float, an icebox cake version of crema de fruta |
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| Course | Dessert |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Philippines |
| Serving temperature | Cold |
| Main ingredients | Sponge cake, custard or cream, gelatin or gulaman, various fruits |
| Variations | Mango float |
Crema de fruta (which means "fruit cream" in Spanish) is a yummy dessert from the Philippines. It's often served during the Christmas season. This sweet treat is like a layered cake.
It's made with soft sponge cake layers. Between the cake layers, you'll find sweet custard or whipped cream. It also includes gelatin or gulaman (which is like agar, a jelly-like ingredient). On top, there are lots of different fruits. Common fruits include mangoes, pineapples, cherries, and strawberries.
Different Kinds of Crema de Fruta
There are many ways to make crema de fruta. Sometimes, people change the fruits they use. Other times, they add extra ingredients. These can include jam, sago (small chewy pearls), or condensed milk.
Easy Icebox Cake Version
There's also a super easy version of crema de fruta. It's called an icebox cake. This means you don't need to bake it!
Traditionally, this version uses broas (which are like ladyfingers) instead of sponge cake. These biscuits are layered with custard and fruits.
The Popular Mango Float
A very popular modern version of the icebox cake is the "mango float". It's also known as crema de mangga. This dessert uses graham crackers instead of biscuits or sponge cake. It has layers of whipped cream and fresh, ripe Carabao mangoes. It's a favorite for many!
