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Mexican Coffee Pie

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of Mexico, Mexican Coffee Pie marries the rich flavors of coffee with sweet and creamy textures, creating a delightful dessert. This pie is often enjoyed during festive occasions, celebrating the country's love for coffee and sweets. Today, variations of this pie can be found in many Latin American restaurants and homes, showcasing the universal appeal of coffee desserts.

MexicanMXdessert
90 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 packages maria cookies (200 grams each)
12 grams instant coffee (4 tablespoons)
7 grams cocoa powder (1 tablespoon)
1/4 cup boiling water
1/4 cup cold water
60 grams sugar (1/4 cup)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
500 grams natural yogurt (2 cups)
21 grams natural jello (2.5 tablespoons)
600 grams cream cheese
1 can condensed milk (397 grams)
1 can evaporated milk (410 grams)

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

coffee liqueur

🥗Healthier: espresso

💰Cheaper: coffee syrup

Espresso provides coffee flavor without alcohol

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor

1

Hydrate natural jello in a bowl with cold water.

2

In another bowl, dissolve instant coffee and cocoa powder in boiling water.

3

Melt the hydrated jello in the microwave until liquid.

4

In a blender, combine evaporated milk, condensed milk, cream cheese, natural yogurt, sugar, vanilla extract, and the coffee-cocoa mixture.

5

Blend until smooth and set aside.

6

Prepare a springform cake pan by lining it with baking paper and greasing it with oil or butter.

7

Pour a layer of the cream mixture into the bottom of the pan to act as glue for the cookies.

8

Layer maria cookies over the cream, followed by more cream, repeating until the top is cream.

9

Cover the assembled carlota with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or overnight until set.

10

Decorate with coffee beans, chocolate, or seasonal fruit before serving.

Cooking Techniques

bakingmixingchilling

Equipment Needed

blenderspringform cake panmicrowavebowlladle

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

dairyeggsgluten

Also Known As

Café Mexicano PieTarta de Café Mexicano
Local Name: pastel de café mexicano

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