CARLOTA DE LIMON (MEXICAN LEMON ICEBOX CAKE)

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Charlotte is usually a sophisticated dessert. This Mexican variation is a simplified, easy variation.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican     Desserts

Time 6h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (14.5 ounce) cans evaporated milk
2 (14.5 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
¾ cup lemon juice, or more to taste
⅔ (20 ounce) package Mexican Maria cookies (galletas Maria)

Steps:

  • Combine evaporated milk, condensed milk, and lemon juice in a bowl; whisk until mixture is thick and smooth.
  • Line a glass bowl or trifle dish with Maria cookies and cover them with a generous layer of the milk mixture. Add another layer of biscuits and milk. Continue the layering, ending with a layer of the milk mixture.
  • Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, but better if overnight. Remove from the fridge just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 32.4 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 183.3 mg, Sugar 33.4 g

Rana Umar
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I'm so happy I found this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to enjoy lemons.


Six Kids
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This recipe is a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen.


Bipin nyaupane
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I can't wait to try this recipe with other fruits, like strawberries or raspberries.


Axel M√°rquez
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lemons.


Nathan paul
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This is a must-try recipe for any lemon lover.


Sudip Chy
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my household.


Briasia Carlos
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This was a great dessert to bring to a potluck. It was a big hit!


Collins Ngandu
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Om Magar
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I love the combination of the sweet and sour flavors in this dessert.


Baqir Cricket
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This is one of my favorite desserts. It's so light and refreshing, and it's perfect for summer.


Bezaneh Mekonnen
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Tina Rai
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This was my first time making carlota de limon, and it was a success! My family loved it.


Linda Morgan
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I love this recipe! It's so simple, but it always turns out perfectly.


Khalid Shah
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This is the perfect dessert for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and it's so easy to make.


Andy Mfalme
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This carlota de limon was a huge hit at my last party! It's so refreshing and delicious, and it's so easy to make. I can't wait to make it again.