Ube Cheese Pie

Golden fried puff pastry filled with creamy cheese custard and sweet ube jam, this delicious fried parcel is a take on Jollibee's ube cheese pie.

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• What is an ube cheese pie?
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What is an ube cheese pie?

This pie was inspired by the limited edition Jollibee ube cheese pie! The golden brown pastry is filled with a creamy ube filling and sweet and savory cheese sauce. There isn't much that can go wrong with this flavor combination! The sweet ube jam works wonders with the slightly salty cheese cream for a crunchy fried treat that will blow your mind.

The pie was a limited edition special at Jollibee and I'm not sure if it is still available. But you don't need to worry anymore because now you can make it at home all by yourself!

Ingredients

Custard

• Egg yolks: Egg yolks give the custard body and flavor, as well as help it thicken
• Granulated sugar: Sugar helps to sweeten the custard. If you don't want your pies to be too sweet feel free to decrease the sugar here as it won't affect the texture.
• Cornstarch: Cornstarch is used to thicken the custard, giving it a texture that is thick enough to pipe.

• Vanilla extract: Vanilla gives the custard another layer of flavor!
• Whole milk: Milk makes up the body of the custard. I like to use whole milk as it gives the custard a creamier consistency, but feel free to use skim or even dairy-free milk.
• Unsalted butter: Butter gives the custard a silkier mouthfeel and a richer flavor.

Ube Cream

• Ube halaya: Aka ube jam, is a Filipino jam made from mashed ube and sugar. You can find this in Filipino grocers or online. You can also make it from scratch with frozen or fresh ube and sugar.
• Prepared custard: We are adding some of the custard into the ube halaya to thin it out and give it a creamier texture. This will help give it that liquid-like consistency when you break open the pie.

Cheese Custard

• Processed cheddar cheese: Processed cheese is commonly used in Filipino cooking, and this cheese is perfect in combination with custard. It gives the custard a super creamy texture and a hint of salt for a sweet-salty flavor combination.
• Prepared custard: The custard is the base for the cheese to shine, creating a delicious cheese custard.

How to fry the pie

The characteristic trait of this pie is the bubbly, flaky, golden crust. While we have taken the hard work out of it but using frozen puff pastry sheets there are still a couple of tips that will help you achieve that perfect crispy crust.

Freeze your pies before frying

Freezing your pies after they have been filled will not only make them easier to handle but will also enhance the flakiness of the crust.

The shock of the cold pastry as it hits the hot oil will cause the surface of the dough to bubble up and reach its optimal texture.

Fry at a high temperature

We want to fry these pies at a high temperature so we can get the crust golden and crispy with minimal oil absorption. If it sits in the oil for too long the thin pastry will get soggy and greasy.

As the filling is already cooked and safe to eat, the pies don't need long to fry. A quick fry at a hot temperature helps develop a bubbly, crust without making them overly greasy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this last?

As these are fried they are best eaten when they are freshly made. When fresh the exterior is still flaky and crispy and the inside is hot and slightly molten.

If you are eating these after they've sat for a little while I'd recommend heating it up in the oven or air fryer until the exterior is crisp again.

Can I freeze these?

If you would like to freeze these I'd recommend freezing the unfried pastry. When you're ready to eat just heat up your deep fryer and fry!

Where can I find ube halaya?

Ube halaya can be found in all Filipino groceries and some Asian groceries. I do find that it can be difficult to find sometimes, however, it is also readily available online!

If you can't find it at all you can make your own using frozen or fresh ube and sugar.

Why did my pies explode?

If the pies haven't been sealed tightly enough they will explode as they fry. Make sure you seal the edges and use a fork to pinch the seams together. This way there won't be any of the filling escaping as you deep fry them.

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