The humble puto makes a great blank canvas for different flavors. This recipe infuses the Filipino treat with the flavors of coconut milk and muscovado sugar. Like a cake, you can check if your puto is ready by inserting a toothpick in the center—it should come out clean. After that, you can turn off the steamer, put the lid on, and let the puto rest for five minutes.
Coconut-Muscovado Puto
The simplicity of puto makes it a great canvas for flavor. This version keeps it Filipino with coconut and muscovado sugar.