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Abuelita Gelatin Delight

Official ABUELITA™
Abuelita Gelatin Delight
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
10 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
5 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
8 servings

Abuelita Gelatin Delight is a simple to make dessert. Perfect for entertaining or family dinners.

Abuelita Gelatin Delight is a delightful dessert that will enchant both family and guests alike. This refreshing treat from Official ABUELITA™ combines the timeless flavor of NESTLÉ ABUELITA Authentic Mexican Hot Chocolate Drink with the richness of NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk.

The warm, chocolatey notes from the NESTLÉ ABUELITA Authentic Mexican Hot Chocolate Drink meld seamlessly with the smooth, creamy texture provided by the evaporated milk, resulting in a unique and memorable flavor. Easy to prepare, this dessert is ideal for any occasion, whether it's a casual family dinner or an elegant celebration.

Serve Abuelita Gelatin Delight chilled to highlight its perfect blend of flavors, making it a standout choice for summer or spring festivities. As an added bonus, this recipe requires minimal ingredients and effort, ensuring that anyone can whip up this tasty treat regardless of their skill level.

INGREDIENTS

KEY INGREDIENTS

A can of Evaporated Milk with an image of evaporated milk pouring onto a white spatula.

NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Canned Milk

(NET 12 fl oz (354 mL))
A yellow hexagonal box with the Abuelita logo, red designs and the words "HECHO EN MÉXICO."

Mexican Hot Chocolate Tablets

(6 Tablets)

MAKE IT

Step 1

Place 2 cups water, evaporated milk, Abuelita chocolate and sugar in medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat.

Step 2

Combine remaining 1/2 cup water and gelatin in small bowl. Add to chocolate mixture; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Pour into mold. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until set. To serve, invert onto serving dish.

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