babywings76
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What's the Perfect Dessert for a Mexican Fiesta Party?
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Discussion Overview
This thread explores various dessert ideas suitable for a Mexican Fiesta-themed party, with participants sharing personal experiences and recipes that align with the theme.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Opinion-based
Main Points Raised
- One participant mentions considering a torte but seeks more Mexican-inspired options.
- Another participant suggests decorating a torte with red, white, and green colors to fit the theme.
- Several users recommend Mexican chocolate cake and mini margarita tarts as delicious options.
- One participant expresses a strong preference for flan, sharing a simple recipe and personal tips for preparation.
- Another participant also supports the idea of flan, sharing a recipe from a neighbor with Mexican roots.
- One user mentions Tres Leches cake as an easy and wonderful dessert choice.
- Another participant highlights the appeal of strawberry margarita cake, providing a detailed recipe that includes unique ingredients.
- One participant recalls enjoying strawberry margarita squares, referencing a cookbook for the recipe.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ on the best dessert options, with no clear consensus emerging on a single preferred choice.
Contextual Notes
Participants share personal experiences and recipes, reflecting a variety of dessert preferences that fit the Mexican Fiesta theme.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants looking for dessert ideas for themed parties may find the shared recipes and experiences beneficial.
legacypc46
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definitely flan- I have a really simple recipe for it, and it is WAY better than that yucky jello flan. 
It's just 2 cans evaporated milk, 2 cans sweetened condensed, and 8-10 eggs. Cook in a bundt or crown cake pan in a hot water bath in the oven at 350 for about an hour (could be less). It is sooo rich and yummy! If you want to put a caramel sauce on it, just caramelize some sugar on the stove top. Put about a cup of sugar in a small pot and cook while stirring constantly until the sugar melts into a light brown liquid. Pour the liquid into your flan pan before you add the egg mixture. It will melt in the oven and make a really pretty sauce.I'm going to try to make mini flans in my new floral silicon cupcake molds!
It's just 2 cans evaporated milk, 2 cans sweetened condensed, and 8-10 eggs. Cook in a bundt or crown cake pan in a hot water bath in the oven at 350 for about an hour (could be less). It is sooo rich and yummy! If you want to put a caramel sauce on it, just caramelize some sugar on the stove top. Put about a cup of sugar in a small pot and cook while stirring constantly until the sugar melts into a light brown liquid. Pour the liquid into your flan pan before you add the egg mixture. It will melt in the oven and make a really pretty sauce.I'm going to try to make mini flans in my new floral silicon cupcake molds!
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ChefBeckyD
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Yum! Flan - I love Flan!:love:
This is the recipe my neighbor (who moved here from Mexico about 6 yrs ago) uses. We love it when she makes us Flan!
Creamy Caramel Flan
INGREDIENTS
3/4 cup white sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
5 eggs
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a small, heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, cook sugar, stirring, until golden. Pour into a 10 inch round baking dish, tilting to coat bottom and sides. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until well incorporated. Beat in condensed and evaporated milk and vanilla until smooth. Pour into caramel coated pan. Line a roasting pan with a damp kitchen towel. Place baking dish on towel, inside roasting pan, and place roasting pan on oven rack. Fill roasting pan with boiling water to reach halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
Bake in preheated oven 50 to 60 minutes, until center is just set. Cool one hour on wire rack, then chill in refrigerator 8 hours or overnight. To unmold, run a knife around edges of pan and invert on a rimmed serving platter.
This is the recipe my neighbor (who moved here from Mexico about 6 yrs ago) uses. We love it when she makes us Flan!
Creamy Caramel Flan
INGREDIENTS
3/4 cup white sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
5 eggs
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a small, heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, cook sugar, stirring, until golden. Pour into a 10 inch round baking dish, tilting to coat bottom and sides. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until well incorporated. Beat in condensed and evaporated milk and vanilla until smooth. Pour into caramel coated pan. Line a roasting pan with a damp kitchen towel. Place baking dish on towel, inside roasting pan, and place roasting pan on oven rack. Fill roasting pan with boiling water to reach halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
Bake in preheated oven 50 to 60 minutes, until center is just set. Cool one hour on wire rack, then chill in refrigerator 8 hours or overnight. To unmold, run a knife around edges of pan and invert on a rimmed serving platter.
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Strawberry Margarita Cake...READY FOR AN “Advanced” MICROWAVE CAKE? Here goes… good luck!
Strawberry Margarita Cake
• Vanilla Cake mix (plus ingredients to make cake MINUS ½ cup of water if there is a lot of juice from strawberries)
• Strawberry Kool-Aid unsweetened packet
• 1 small container THAWED frozen strawberries (can use fresh sliced strawberries)
• 1 lime (juice & zest)
• 1 container vanilla flavored frosting (can add food color)
• 1 tsp rum extract (optional)
Mix cake mix with oil/water, kool-aid, rum extract (optional), finely chopped lime zest; drop strawberries on top before baking, as they will sink thru the cake during baking;
Bake in oiled fluted stone in microwave for 11-13 minutes (top of cake should be done). When cool frost. FROSTING: Mix lime juice, rum extract and frosting to taste- add food coloring for fun.
Strawberry Margarita Cake
• Vanilla Cake mix (plus ingredients to make cake MINUS ½ cup of water if there is a lot of juice from strawberries)
• Strawberry Kool-Aid unsweetened packet
• 1 small container THAWED frozen strawberries (can use fresh sliced strawberries)
• 1 lime (juice & zest)
• 1 container vanilla flavored frosting (can add food color)
• 1 tsp rum extract (optional)
Mix cake mix with oil/water, kool-aid, rum extract (optional), finely chopped lime zest; drop strawberries on top before baking, as they will sink thru the cake during baking;
Bake in oiled fluted stone in microwave for 11-13 minutes (top of cake should be done). When cool frost. FROSTING: Mix lime juice, rum extract and frosting to taste- add food coloring for fun.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a traditional Mexican dessert that would be perfect for a fiesta party?
A traditional Mexican dessert that would be perfect for a fiesta party is Tres Leches Cake. This moist cake is soaked in three types of milk, giving it a rich and creamy texture. It's often topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit, making it a delightful treat for guests.
Can I serve churros at my Mexican fiesta party?
Absolutely! Churros are a popular Mexican dessert that are sure to be a hit at your fiesta party. These fried dough pastries are rolled in cinnamon sugar and can be served with chocolate or caramel sauce for dipping.
What are some easy-to-make Mexican desserts for a fiesta?
Some easy-to-make Mexican desserts for a fiesta include flan, which is a creamy caramel custard, and Mexican chocolate brownies, which are rich and flavorful. Both desserts can be prepared in advance, allowing you to enjoy the party without stress.
Are there any fruit-based desserts that fit a Mexican fiesta theme?
Yes! A refreshing fruit salad with tropical fruits like mango, pineapple, and papaya, dressed with lime juice and chili powder, can be a vibrant addition to your fiesta. Another option is to serve paletas, which are Mexican ice pops made from fresh fruit and can be a fun, cooling treat.
What drinks pair well with desserts at a Mexican fiesta?
To complement your desserts at a Mexican fiesta, consider serving traditional drinks like horchata, a sweet rice milk beverage, or Mexican hot chocolate, which is rich and spiced. These drinks enhance the flavors of the desserts and create a cohesive dining experience.
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