During my recent visit to the Philippines, I had the pleasure of experiencing a dessert that I'll be thinking about for a long time: the Silvanas from Brownies Unlimited. These delightful treats are a Filipino twist on the classic Sans Rival, featuring crispy meringue rounds filled with rich buttercream icing and coated in soft cake crumbs. Brownies Unlimited's version surrounds the silvanas in a soft, fluffy bread.
I opted for a box of three, selecting the following flavors:
* Original: Classic and comforting, with a buttery richness that melts in your mouth.
* Ube: A vibrant purple yam flavor that adds a sweet, earthy twist.
* Coffee: A light blend of coffee, perfect to round out the bunch.
From the very first bite, I was transported to dessert heaven. The combination of textures--the crisp meringue, creamy filling, soft cake crumbs, and chewy bread--was nothing short of perfection. Each flavor was distinct and delicious, leaving me longing for more. I purchased it on a whim while on the way to meet up with my family. I was curious as the silvanas looked different from what I've had previously. I regret not buying a larger box to savor these delights longer!
Until my next visit to the Philippines, I'll be dreaming of these silvanas and will need to indulge myself in more next time I'm there.
This location is at the Mall of Asia in Pasay which is a quick 15-20 minutes from the airport. They have a small booth/stand on the ground floor near Shake Shack. Thankfully this is a chain and they have multiple locations throughout the Philippines.
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