How to Make Oreo Pastillas

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Pastillas are a famous Filipino milk-based delicacy. Traditionally, this sweet treat is prepared by cooking fresh milk, but many modern recipes use powdered milk, instead. There are many varieties of pastillas that feature different flavorings. In this recipe, I flavored them with Oreos, the popular cream-filled cookies.

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Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons powdered milk
• 4 tablespoons ground Oreos
• 2 tablespoons condensed milk
• 1 tablespoon white sugar, for coating
• oil, for molding

Utensils

• measuring spoons
• grater or food processor
• 1 large bowl
• 1 medium bowl
• 3 small bowls
• spoon
• container or plate

Instructions

1. Separate the cream filling from the cookies.
2. Grind the Oreo cookies.
3. In a bowl, combine ground Oreos and powdered milk. Mix.
4. Add cream filling into the mixture.
5. Pour in the condensed milk. Mix thoroughly.
6. Grease your palms, as well as a measuring spoon, with oil.
7. Start molding the pastillas. Roll into balls or cylindrical shapes.
8. Coat the pastillas with sugar.
9. Arrange them on a plate and enjoy!

Step-by-Step Procedure: Oreo Pastillas

Tips and Techniques

• In order avoid a crumbly texture, be sure to finely grind the Oreos.
• Oiling your palms will help prevent the mixture from sticking to your hands.
• Use any brand of powdered milk or choose skimmed milk.
• Store the pastillas in an airtight container or individually wrap each piece with cellophane.

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Comments

Travel Chef (author) from Manila on September 27, 2019:

Hello Pamela,

The addition of milk balances the taste of this oreo pastillas recipe.

Travel Chef (author) from Manila on September 27, 2019:

Hi Ellen,

True! It's definitely a sweet treat that your co-workers can easily eat to keep them lively during gatherings.

Ellen Gregory from Connecticut, USA on September 10, 2019:

Sounds like a nice little offering for when company comes. Put in a little fancy dish for them to nibble on.

Pamela Oglesby from Sunny Florida on September 09, 2019:

While I am not a fan of oreo cookies, this recipe sounds very good. I don't think it would taste exactly like oreos with the other rich ingredients, so thank you for something new and different to try out.