Grab a tall glass or a wide bowl — the taller the better, so you have room for all those gorgeous layers.

Spoon in the sweet red beans, macapuno, and nata de coco at the bottom. These heavier, chewier toppings anchor everything above them.

Pack in a generous scoop of shaved or crushed ice over the toppings. This is what gives halo-halo its signature cold, refreshing base.

Tuck in the sweet jackfruit strips over the ice for a burst of tropical flavor.

Add another layer of ice, then spoon in your ube halaya. The purple yam jam adds a rich, earthy sweetness that ties everything together.

Place one generous scoop of ube ice cream right on top.

Drizzle evaporated milk all around the edges and over the top.

Grab a long spoon, mix everything together until it's combined, and eat immediately before the ice melts.