Citrus dessert with Marias Cookies, LA LECHERA milk, lemon, orange juice, and grated orange peel.
Gamesa
Citrus dessert with Marias Cookies, LA LECHERA milk, lemon, orange juice, and grated orange peel.
Gamesa
Everyday Recipes

La Lechera Citrus Dessert

Official LA LECHERA®
La Lechera Citrus Dessert
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
15 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
9 servings

Kid friendly and fun to make, La Lechera Citrus Dessert has delicious sweet and tangy flavors. Doesn’t require heating and perfect for the little ones to help prepare. Great for a surprise for mom!

La Lechera Citrus Dessert from Official LA LECHERA® is an inviting and refreshing treat that bursts with flavors. Made with NESTLÉ LA LECHERA Sweetened Condensed Milk, lemon juice, and orange juice, this no-heat dessert combines sweetness with a tangy citrus twist. The added touch of grated orange peel lends an extra layer of zest that pairs perfectly with the delicate texture of Maria cookies.

Perfect for summer gatherings and everyday celebrations, this easy-to-make dessert ensures a fun and engaging experience for kids in the kitchen. Embrace the delightful blend of flavors and simplicity, making it a cherished addition to your family's recipe collection. Whether you’re planning a holiday surprise or an everyday sweet treat, La Lechera Citrus Dessert is a must-try, offering both convenience and mouth-watering taste.

Ingredients

Key Ingredients

A white can of sweetened condensed milk with blue labels beside the La Lechera logo and a plate of flan.

Sweetened Condensed Milk 14 oz Can

(14 oz. Can)

Make It

Step 1

Mix sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, orange juice and orange peel in medium bowl; set aside.

Step 2

Layer one Marias Gamesa® Cookie in each of 9 dessert cups. Evenly spread 1/3 cup La Lechera citrus mixture over the 9 Marias Gamesa® Cookies. Repeat process four more times with Marias Gamesa® Cookies and La Lechera citrus mixture, finishing with layer of La Lechera citrus mixture.

Step 3

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until cookies are soft. Garnish each cup with orange triangles and mint. Serve immediately.

Step 4

Variation: Can also be prepared in a baking dish. Layer bottom of 8-inch-square baking dish with 9 Marias Gamesa® Cookies. Top with 1/3 cup La Lechera citrus mixture. Repeat process four more times finishing with a layer of La Lechera citrus mixture.

Ingredients

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