Homemade Mango Carlota: The Dessert That Never Fails on Hot Days

Ingredients

  • 2 large ripe mangoes (peeled and diced)
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or whipping cream)
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 package Maria cookies (or graham crackers)
  • Extra diced mango or lime zest for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the Mango Mixture:
    In a blender, combine the diced mango, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, heavy cream, lime juice, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Layer the Carlota:
    In a rectangular or round dish, spread a thin layer of the mango cream. Add a layer of Maria cookies over it. Pour more mango cream over the cookies, spreading evenly. Continue layering cream and cookies until you finish with a top layer of cream.
  3. Chill:
    Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight. This allows the cookies to soften and the Carlota to set perfectly.
  4. Serve:
    Garnish with extra diced mango or lime zest before serving for a fresh touch. Slice, serve cold, and enjoy this refreshing no-bake treat!

If you’d like, I can help you tweak this recipe for extra tropical flavors — just say so! 🌴🥭✨

Leave a Comment