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Lemon Carlota

Cultural Context

Lemon Carlota is a beloved Mexican dessert that combines the tartness of lime with creamy textures, often enjoyed during festive occasions. This no-bake treat reflects the influence of European charlottes, adapted with local flavors and ingredients. Today, it remains a popular choice for celebrations and family gatherings, showcasing the vibrant culinary heritage of Mexico.

MexicanMXdessert
20 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
3 lemons (about 120-150 g juice)
1 can full-fat evaporated milk
300 g sweetened condensed milk
400 g digestive biscuits
200 g white chocolate
2 tablespoons fresh milk (about 20-30 g)
1.5 tablespoons vegetable oil
zest of 1 lemon
slices of lemon for decoration

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk provides a dairy-free option with similar sweetness.

ladyfinger cookies

🥗Healthier: whole grain cookies

💰Cheaper: sponge cake

Whole grain cookies add fiber, while sponge cake is often more affordable.

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Agar-agar is plant-based, while cornstarch is a common thickening agent.

1

Juice three lemons to get about half a cup of fresh lemon juice.

2

Add 1 can of full-fat evaporated milk at room temperature and 300 g of sweetened condensed milk into a bowl.

3

Pour in the lemon juice and mix for 1 minute until the mixture thickens.

4

Prepare a 22-23 cm springform pan.

5

Crush 400 g of digestive biscuits and layer them in the pan, filling gaps with broken pieces.

6

Pour the cream mixture over the first layer of biscuits, covering them lightly.

7

Add a second layer of biscuits, followed by another layer of cream, ensuring biscuits are covered.

8

For the final layer, use the remaining cream to cover the biscuits completely.

9

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

10

After 2 hours, prepare the glaze by chopping 200 g of white chocolate and mixing it with 2 tablespoons of fresh milk and 1.5 tablespoons of vegetable oil.

11

Melt the mixture in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.

12

Pour the melted chocolate glaze over the chilled dessert, spreading it evenly without using a spoon.

13

Decorate with lemon slices, ensuring each piece has a slice.

14

Return to the refrigerator for another 2 hours or 1 hour in the freezer if in a hurry.

15

After a total of 4 hours in the refrigerator, remove the dessert from the pan.

16

Wet a knife before cutting to ensure clean slices.

Cooking Techniques

foldingwhippinglayering

Equipment Needed

springform panmixing bowlmeasuring cupsknifemicrowave or double boiler

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

Carlota de LimónLemon Charlotte
Local Name: Carlota de Limón

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