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Bayanihan Purple Yam Jam Halayang Ube (12 oz)
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Our Verdict
A creamier, more traditional take on ube halaya thanks to its buttermilk-based recipe — worth the higher per-ounce price for bakers who want an authentic texture, as long as dairy isn't a dealbreaker.
What We Liked
- Made with a traditional buttermilk-based halaya recipe, giving it a richer, creamier texture than sugar-only jams
- Simple, recognizable ingredient list: purple yam, cane sugar, buttermilk, and a touch of iodized salt
- Smooth consistency spreads easily on pandesal or folds cleanly into cake batters and fillings
Drawbacks
- Priced higher per ounce than large-format brands like Tropics, and stock can run low since it ships from a smaller seller
- Contains buttermilk, so it's not suitable for dairy-free or vegan bakes unlike some other halaya brands
Key Features
- 12 oz (340g) jar
- Buttermilk-based traditional halaya recipe
- Simple ingredient list, no preservative blends beyond potassium sorbate