Explore the holiday traditions of Costa Rica with our "Cajetas de Pinito" recipe!

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with fewer calories.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and still provide crunch.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

Combine whole milk powder, sweetened condensed milk, milk, butter, and lemon zest in a saucepan.

Heat over medium, stirring constantly until it reaches a boil.

Once boiling, turn off the heat and gradually sprinkle in the whole milk powder while stirring vigorously.

Continue stirring until the mixture thickens into a velvety consistency.

Pour the mixture into a baking dish or mold, spreading it evenly.

Place in the freezer to harden.

Top with shredded coconut, nuts, chocolate chips, or all three as desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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