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Carlota de Limón Recipe

Carlota de Limón
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Easy Carlota de Limón: 5-Min Dessert Magic! Enjoy this quick, refreshing treat in minutes. Perfect for any occasion! Try it today!

Ingredients

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  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 package Maria Cookies (approximately 200g)
  • 4 ounces Full-Fat Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1 pint Heavy Cream, cold
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (for topping)

Instructions

  • Begin your Carlota de Limón journey by gathering all your ingredients. First, juice your fresh limes and zest one or two of them, setting the zest aside for now. In a large mixing bowl, combine the can of sweetened condensed milk, the can of evaporated milk, and the softened cream cheese. Using an electric mixer, beat these ingredients together on medium speed until the mixture is completely smooth and thoroughly combined, with no lumps of cream cheese visible. This step is critical for achieving a silky-smooth cream. Once smooth, slowly pour in the fresh lime juice and vanilla extract while continuing to beat on low speed. The mixture will begin to thicken almost immediately as the acidity of the lime juice reacts with the milks; this is exactly what you want to see! Continue to beat until it’s wonderfully thick, resembling a luscious, pourable custard. This entire process might take about 5-7 minutes. Taste a small spoonful and adjust lime juice if you prefer it tarter, or a tiny bit more condensed milk if you like it sweeter, ensuring it’s perfect for your palate. Set your creamy filling aside and prepare your serving dish, typically a square or rectangular baking dish, about 8×8 or 9×13 inches, depending on how many layers you desire. Now, you’re ready to assemble!
  • For the ethereal whipped cream topping, ensure your heavy cream is very cold, as this helps it whip up beautifully. In a chilled mixing bowl, combine the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, start on low speed and gradually increase to high. Beat until stiff peaks form—this means when you lift the beaters, the cream holds its shape firmly. Be careful not to overbeat, or you’ll end up with butter! The resulting whipped cream should be light, airy, and luscious, providing a perfect cloud-like contrast to the rich lime layers below, enhancing both texture and flavor.
  • Now for the satisfying assembly! Take your chosen serving dish and spread a thin layer of the lime cream mixture on the bottom—just enough to anchor the first layer of cookies. Begin arranging Maria cookies in a single, even layer over the cream, breaking them as needed to fit snuggly and cover the entire surface. Don’t worry if they overlap slightly, as long as they create a relatively flat foundation. Pour about one-third of the remaining lime cream over the cookies, gently spreading it evenly to the edges. Repeat this process: a layer of cookies, followed by a layer of cream, until you’ve used all your cream and cookies, ending with a generous top layer of the luscious lime cream. This creates a stunning visual effect with distinct layers.
  • Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the cookies to soften fully and the flavors to meld beautifully. Before serving, spread the prepared whipped cream topping over the Carlota. Garnish with extra lime zest, fresh lime slices, or berries if desired.

Notes

Carlota de Limón is a celestial dream of creamy, tangy, and subtly sweet perfection. Imagine layers of crisp Maria cookies lovingly embracing a cloud-like lemon cream—it’s like a hug for your taste buds. This isn’t just a dessert; it’s a symphony of textures, an ethereal dance between the zesty brightness of fresh lime and the comforting richness of sweetened condensed milk.

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