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Dragonfly Ube Halaya Purple Yam Jam
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Our Verdict
A dependable, easy-to-find halaya that's great for no-bake and frozen desserts, where its smooth texture and sweetness do most of the work. It isn't a premium small-batch jam, but for ice pops, shakes, and halo-halo it's easy to keep stocked at a fair price.
What We Liked
- Easy to get: it's one of the top ube jams on Weee!, with 100+ jars sold each week, so it's usually in stock when other imported halayas are sold out
- Affordable at about $6 for a 12 oz jar, which is enough for a full batch of ice pops, a halo-halo spread, or a tray of ube bars
- Made in the Philippines, with a smooth, spoonable texture that blends easily into shakes, ice cream bases, and frostings
- Sweet enough to use straight from the jar as a filling or topping, with no cooking needed
Drawbacks
- Mostly sold through Asian grocers and Weee!, and Weee! availability depends on your delivery area
- The full ingredient list isn't easy to find online, so check the label if you're avoiding added colors or preservatives
Key Features
- Net weight: 12 oz jar
- Product of the Philippines
- Ready-to-use spread, no cooking required
- Widely stocked on Weee! Asian grocery delivery