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Getting creative in the kitchen is sometimes a necessity to keep the palate guessing. This is true even when it comes to our favorite desserts.

But have you ever wondered what it's like to come across a hybrid of foreign and Filipino treats?

Surprise your taste buds with these awesome desserts with unique Filipino touch.

Bibingka cheesecake

Source: Cakes by Gel Salonga (Instagram)

If you're tired of the usual bibingka for this holiday season, why not shake things a bit with this yummy hybrid? This unique take on the popular Pinoy delicacy by Cakes by Gel Salonga uses coconut cream, salted egg, caramelized coconut cream, and kesong puti to top it off. The cake is priced at P1,300 and P1,650 for the sugar-free version.

You can also try the other cheesecake varieties with a Pinoy touch like the mini Basque burnt cheesecake or the maja blanca cheesecake.

To order, visit: https://kyte.site/cakesbygelsalonga

Suman ala mode

Source: 1740 Coffee Genesis (Instagram)

Let's face it, eating plain suman can get dull sometimes. That's why this creation by 1740 Coffee Genesis is heaven-sent for bored suman fanatics. Suman topped with vanilla ice cream and chocolate syrup sounds very enticing. Add a cup of coffee into the mix and you're good to go.

Location: 4th floor, Ayala Malls Feliz, Marcos Highway corner JP Rizal Street, Dela Paz, Pasig

Taho gelato

Source: Keeetowstreeeyah (Instagram)

Italian dessert staple meets Pinoy's favorite treat. Bono Artisanal Gelato creates this yummy concoction that blends gelato with sago pearls, coco syrup, and soy milk. This fantastic treat is perfect even for non-ice cream fans.

To know their branches and to order, visit http://www.gelatobono.com/

Chocnut torte

Source: Florabel

You'll just never go wrong with Chocnut. Florabel knows this and thus created this decadent dessert perfect for the Pinoy palate. Enjoy each slice and bite of this soft milk chocolate mousse cake made with mouth-watering Chocnut bar and bits - yum! Order this treat for P245.

Location: Ground Floor, Estancia Mall, Capitol Commons, Pasig City.

Visit: https://florabel.ph/#home for more details.

Turon con Leche

Source: Locavore (Instagram)

Locavore gives this deep-fried merienda staple a sophisticated twist. This turon version features leche flan, salted egg, and dulce de leche for good measure. A single order is priced at P230.

Location: Ground floor 1880 building, Eastwood, Quezon City

Visit: https://www.locavore.ph/ for more details.