Dessert

Coconut Ube Besito Cookies: Tropical Treats You’ll Adore Recipe

BySana Jeannette March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

Introduction

Coconut Ube Besito Cookies are a delightful fusion of tropical flavors and creamy textures. These unique treats combine tender coconut dough, vibrant ube pastry cream, and a touch of white chocolate for an irresistible bite. Perfect for sharing or savoring on your own.

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Ingredients

1 cup Unsalted Butter
1 cup White Sugar

1/2 cup Brown Sugar
1 teaspoon Coconut Extract

2 large Eggs
3 cups All-Purpose Flour

1 teaspoon Baking Soda
1/2 cup Cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon Salt

1 cup Shredded Coconut
1 cup White Chocolate Chips
4 large Egg Yolks

1 cup Ube Condensed Milk
1 cup Whole Milk
1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut

2 large Egg Whites
1/4 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the ube pastry cream by heating whole milk and ube condensed milk in a saucepan until boiling. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks with sugar, ube extract, and cornstarch. Gradually add hot milk to the egg mixture to temper the eggs, then strain back into the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking until thickened. Chill in the fridge.

Step 2: Make the ube besito mixture by combining shredded coconut with ube condensed milk in a bowl. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold gently into the coconut mixture. Scoop onto a baking sheet and bake at 325°F until golden and crispy.
Step 3: Prepare the coconut dough by creaming unsalted butter and white sugar. Add coconut extract and one egg, then mix in dry ingredients, shredded coconut, and white chocolate chips. For the ube dough, cream butter with white and brown sugar, add ube extract and an egg, then mix in dry ingredients and white chocolate chips.
Step 4: Roll both doughs into balls, flatten each, and fill one with the chilled ube pastry cream. Seal with the other half and freeze for at least 30 minutes to help maintain shape when baking.

Step 5: Preheat oven to 410°F and bake frozen cookies for 10-12 minutes until the tops appear dull. Cool on a wire rack.
Step 6: Dip the bottoms of the cooled cookies in melted white chocolate. Place on parchment paper and let set until firm before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh shredded coconut for a more vibrant texture and flavor.

For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil and use plant-based milk.
Chill the dough thoroughly before assembling to make handling easier.
Try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for a warm spice note.

Storage

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week, allowing them to come to room temperature before serving. Leftover ube pastry cream can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; warm gently and stir before use.

How to Serve

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Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the ube pastry cream ahead of time?

Yes, the ube pastry cream can be prepared a day in advance and kept chilled in the refrigerator. Just give it a good stir before using it to fill the cookies.

What if I can’t find ube condensed milk?

If ube condensed milk is unavailable, you can substitute with regular condensed milk and add ube extract or finely mashed cooked ube to achieve a similar flavor.