Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Mexican Delicious Dessert

Mexican dessert recipes are lifelong traditions from Spanish and South American countries. These recipes have been passed down from generations, with minor variations made over the years.
Even though they have somewhat evolved over time, they still have the traditional flavors preserved. If you're looking for some traditional, old-fashioned easy Mexican dessert recipes, you've come to the right place.
Orange Buñuelos
In a large pan, boil orange juice, milk, 5 tbs. olive oil, orange peel, and salt. With the help of a wooden spoon, stir in the flour till the dough becomes solid. One by one add all 4 eggs and stir continuously.
Buñuelos are deep fried fritters that originated from Spain. It's one of the popular Mexican dessert recipes that is enjoyed at snack time.
Ingredients
½ cup orange juice (you can also substitute it with lemon)
1 tablespoon grated orange peel (or lemon peel)
½ cup of whole milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
vegetable oil for deep frying
4 eggs
powdered sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
Pour olive oil in a skillet and heat it to 375º F. Make 1 inch pieces of the dough and carefully fry them in the hot oil. Take them out once they are golden brown and drain extra oil on paper towels. Sprinkle some powdered sugar on top and serve them hot.
Apple Cinnamon Empanadas
Ingredients
Empanadas are traditional Mexican desserts from Spanish origin, which consists of bread and stuffings of different fruits. One of the popular Mexican dessert recipes, empanadas can be prepared with chicken, beef, eggs, and vegetables as well. This is one of my favorite Mexican dessert recipes; hope you like it.
Ready to cook pie dough
3 large lightly beaten eggs
1 Can of apple fillings (your choice of brand)
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
2 tablespoons of sugar
Salt to taste
Mix the flour, sugar, and salt in an electric mixer bowl on low speed. Add butter and keep mixing till it turns rough. Without stopping the mixer, add 2 beaten eggs and let the mixture combine properly. Stop the mixer and take the dough out on the kitchen counter top. Put some flour on counter top before placing the dough.
Cut the dough in round circles and fill the apples in it. Put another circle on the top and press the edges together with the help of a fork. Now take the beaten eggs and brush the empanadas. Sprinkle the tops with cinnamon and sugar. Take a greased cookie sheet and place the empanadas on it.
Divide it in half and knead each halves into round balls. Put it in plastic wraps and keep the dough in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Now preheat the oven to 400° F. Open the can of apple filling and put it in a bowl. Add ¼ tablespoon of cinnamon to the filling. Bring the dough out and roll it on the floured surface.
Make couple of holes with the fork to let them cook properly. Bake the empanadas for 30 minutes or till they become golden brown.

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