Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar and baking powder.

Step 2

Add the milk and egg and mix using a whisk or electric mixer at medium speed only until batter becomes smooth.

Step 3

Add the water, butter and vanilla extract and mix well for a minute or two. Lastly, add the grated cheese and fold in slowly using a spatula or spoon.

Step 4

Grease each mold with butter and fill the molds with batter up to ¾ full.

Step 5

Fill the bottom of the steamer with water and bring to a gentle simmer over very low heat. Place the molds in the steamer basket and steam for about 10 to 12 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Step 6

Remove the lid and add a strip of cheese on top of each put. Steam for another minute or two until cheese melts. Turn off heat and let it rest until slightly cooled down.

Step 7

Remove the cooked Puto Cheese from the molds and transfer to a serving plate.