Buko Pie
Buko Pie is a beloved Filipino dessert, a type of coconut pie made with young, tender coconut (buko) shreds and a rich, creamy filling encased in a flaky pastry crust. It originated in Los Baños, Laguna, and is a iconic pasalubong (gift) from the region.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This pie is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the coconut milk, sugar, and buttery crust, providing a quick energy boost. A typical slice offers a good amount of dietary fiber and some minerals like manganese and copper, with a calorie count roughly between 300-450 per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Vitamin C | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 slice (100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
What makes Buko Pie unique is its star ingredient: the use of young, soft coconut meat and its naturally sweet water, which creates a distinct, custard-like texture different from mature coconut. It's a culinary symbol of Filipino hospitality and is often associated with travel and sharing.
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