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The Most Delicious CARLOTA DE LIMÓN | Mexican Creamy No-Bake Lemon Lime Pie

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Carlota de limón

Cultural Context

Carlota de limón is a traditional Mexican dessert that showcases the vibrant flavors of lime. It is often served at family gatherings, celebrations, and holidays, providing a refreshing end to meals. The dish is known for its simplicity and no-bake preparation, making it accessible for home cooks. Its origins are rooted in the influence of European desserts, adapted to local ingredients and tastes, reflecting the fusion of cultures in Mexican cuisine.

MexicanMXdessert
20 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
3/4 cup lime juice
8 oz cream cheese
1 can evaporated milk
1 can media crema
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon Mexican vanilla
Mexican cookies (gasa maras)
lime zest

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk is lower in calories and can be a healthier alternative.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Greek yogurt is lower in fat and adds protein.

1

Squeeze the juice of 6 limes to get 3/4 cup of juice.

2

In a blender, combine cream cheese, evaporated milk, media crema, sweetened condensed milk, Mexican vanilla, and lime juice.

3

Blend on the lowest setting until smooth to avoid air bubbles.

4

In a baking dish, add a thin layer of the mixture and spread it evenly.

5

Place Mexican cookies on top of the mixture, breaking them if necessary to fit.

6

Add more mixture on top of the cookies and spread it evenly.

7

Repeat the layering process until all mixture is used, finishing with the mixture on top.

8

Top with broken cookies and lime zest as garnish.

9

Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfoldinglayering

Equipment Needed

blenderbaking dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Lemon CarlotaCarlota de Limón
Local Name: Carlota de limón

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