Carlota de Limón Recipe: My favorite Mexican Dessert
Enjoy the easiest, no-bake Carlota de Limón recipe! Layers of creamy lime filling and soft María cookies make this classic Mexican dessert irresistible.
Equipment
- 1 Blender or electric hand mixer
- 1 Springform Container
Ingredients
- 3/4 Cup Lime Juice freshly squeezed lime juice (key limes or regular limes)
- 1 Can Evaporated Milk
- 1 Cup Sweetened condensed milk
- 2 Packs María cookies graham crackers, if you prefer
- 1/4 Cup Chopped Pecans
- 1 Cup Kahlúa coffee liqueur This ingredient is optional
Instructions
- In a blender or using an electric hand mixer, combine the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and fresh lime juice. Blend for a couple of minutes until you notice the milk mixture thickening as it mixes with the lime juice, achieving a creamy texture that will form the delicious layers of your Carlota de Limón.
- One by one, dip the María cookies into the Kahlúa, allowing them to absorb just a bit of the liqueur without becoming soggy. If you prefer, you can use vegan María cookies or another type of biscuit like digestive cookies. Arrange them at the base of your springform pan, glass bowl, or trifle dish.
- Create a full layer of cookies, ensuring you cover the entire base. Then, using the back of a spoon, spread a layer of the creamy lime mixture on top.
- Continue layering cookies and the lime cream mixture until your dish is filled, making sure to end with a layer of the creamy filling. This will form the top layer of your Carlota de Limón.
- On the final layer, sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top for added texture and flavor.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until the dessert has set.
- Before serving, let it thaw for about 10 minutes to make it easier to slice. If you like, you can garnish with thin slices of lime or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch.
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Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Carlota de Limón Recipe: My favorite Mexican Dessert
Amount per Serving
Calories
350
% Daily Value*
Fat
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
5
g
31
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
4
g
Cholesterol
30
mg
10
%
Sodium
114
mg
5
%
Potassium
359
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
48
g
16
%
Fiber
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
46
g
51
%
Protein
7
g
14
%
Vitamin A
251
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
9
mg
11
%
Calcium
262
mg
26
%
Iron
0.3
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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