Here’s a detailed guide on Carlota de Durazno, a classic Mexican dessert:
🍑 Carlota de Durazno (Peach Icebox Cake)
Carlota de Durazno is a no-bake dessert made with peaches and cookies, chilled until creamy and firm. It’s light, refreshing, and perfect for warm days.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) peaches in syrup (or fresh peaches, peeled and sliced)
- 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12 oz / 360 g) evaporated milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 package Maria cookies or graham crackers (~200 g)
- Optional: whipped cream or peach slices for garnish
🍴 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Peach Mixture
- Drain peaches, reserving a little syrup.
- Blend peaches with condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla until smooth.
2️⃣ Layer the Cookies
- Line a loaf pan or square dish with a layer of cookies.
- Pour a layer of the peach mixture over the cookies.
- Repeat layers, finishing with the peach mixture on top.
3️⃣ Chill
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
- The cookies will soften and absorb the cream, creating a cake-like texture.
4️⃣ Serve
- Slice and serve chilled.
- Garnish with fresh peach slices, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
🌟 Tips
- For a fancier version, add a layer of crushed cookies or graham crackers on top for texture.
- You can replace peaches with mango, berries, or other fruits for different flavors.
- Serve very cold for the best creamy texture.
💡 Fun Fact: “Carlota” desserts are no-bake refrigerator cakes popular in Mexico, often made with fruit and cookies, perfect for easy entertaining.
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