This delicious mango mousse dessert brings back so many amazing memories from growing up in Mexico. During the months of April and May, it is mango season. Where I grew up, everyone was excited for this time of year because it brought work for so many people.

The people that grew mangoes harvested them, packed, them, and sold them. Mangoes are so popular in Mexico and I will always remember with fondness that time of year and all of the fun activities and events that we all participated in.

This mango mousse recipe is easy to make, incredibly creamy, and perfect for a quick and easy dessert.

What is Mango Mousse?

Mango mousse is a delicious dessert that is made with fresh mangoes, heavy whipping cream, greek yogurt, and a few other simple ingredients. It only takes a few minutes to prepare, and a few hours until it is fully set and you can enjoy it.

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The texture is light and velvety and the flavors are amazing. I made this for my kids and husband recently, and they all loved it and kept coming back for more.

What Ingredients do you need to make Mango Mousse?

To make this tasty recipe, you just need to gather the following ingredients:

• 2 Tablespoons of Unflavored Gelatin
• 1 Cup of Water to Dissolve the Gelatin
• 2 Cups of Heavy Whipping Cream
• 4 Mangoes (removed from the core)
• 1 Cup of Sugar
• 2 Cups of Plain Greek Yogurt

That is it! There are only 6 simple ingredients, and then you are ready to get started.

How Do You Make Mango Mousse?

Start by dissolving the unflavored gelatin in the cup of water over medium heat, stirring until it is dissolved.

Next, whip the heavy whipping cream with a mixer until it is light and creamy.

Add the rest of the ingredients to a blender with the gelatin mixture, and blend together. Fold in the heavy whipping cream and add to a dish of your choice and refrigerate for 4-5 hours and it is ready to enjoy.

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Fast and Easy Mango Mousse Recipe

Learn how to make this delicious and easy mango mousse that is a perfect and refreshing dessert for any time of year. 

Course Dessert

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword mango, mango mousse

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Refrigerating Time 4 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 12 Servings

Calories 265kcal

Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp Unflavored Gelatin
• 1 Cup Water
• 2 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream
• 4 Mangoes the Pulp
• 1 Cup Sugar
• 2 Cups Plain Greek Yogurt

Instructions

• Dissolve the gelatin in the water in a saucepan over medium heat
• Whip the heavy whipping cream with a mixer
• Combine all of the ingredients (including the gelatin) except the whipped cream in a blender and blend well.
• Fold in the Whipped Cream and place in a dish and refrigerate for 4-5 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 1331IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 0.2mg

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As the festive season arrives there’s no better time to try your hand at a dessert that will be stunning and delicous!

This Christmas Wreath pastry is delectable dessert using the flaky layers of phyllo dough.

You will love the golden, paper-thin layers that hold the promise of a crispy, flaky delight, perfectly suited for the season of indulgence.

By following our step by step instructions you too can learn how to make a Christmas dessert that will be a masterpiece of both artistry and flavor, a delightful centerpiece for your festive celebration.

What is phyllo dough?

Phyllo pastry (also spelled filo or fillo) is a type of dough used in various Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. Phyllo pastry sheets are thin layers of this dough that come packaged and can be used to create a wide variety of sweet and savory dishes.

These sheets are typically sold in a frozen state and need to be thawed before use. The thinness of phyllo pastry sheets allows for the creation of delicate and crispy layers when baked. Many popular dishes, such as baklava, spanakopita, and various appetizers, use phyllo pastry to achieve a flaky and light texture.

When working with phyllo pastry sheets, it’s essential to handle them carefully, as they are thin and delicate.

Phyllo pastry sheets offer a versatile and convenient option for creating impressive and flavorful dishes with a delightful texture.

How to make a Christmas Wreath Pastry

Ingredients:

1 package of Phyllo pastry sheets

1 cup of unsalted butter melted for brushing 

Maple syrup or honey

 Vanilla- lemon Custard :

1/4 cup of unsalted butter

3/4 cup of sugar

Lemon peel from one lemon

1 cup of arrowroot powder or cornstarch or Maizena choose your favorite.

3 cups of milk

1 can of evaporated milk

1 tbsp of vanilla 

Instructions:

• Melt the butter add the sugar, and lemon peel
• Pour the evaporated milk and mix
• In a large cup mix the cornstarch and the 3 cups of cold milk until is not lumpy
• Pour the milk and whisking constantly in a medium heat and keep whisking until the custard thickens
• Set aside to cool down

*I follow the baking time from the box of the pastry and it took mine just took 18 minutes. 

How to fold the pastry

1. Lay one phyllo dough vertically and brush with butter then place another sheet on top and brush with butter
2. Heap one tablespoon of custard (or filling of your choice) at the bottom right
3. Heap on tablespoon of custard at the bottom left and one tablespoon in the center
4. Fold phyllo dough over custard and seal by pressing down
5. Fold again and bring in the sides, the fold up once more
6. Crinckle excess phyllo and fold the pastry parcel over so it stis on top- then turn it over
7. Use a scissor to cut into three parcles and pinch ends tightly. Repeat.
8. Place in a baking pie dish and brush with butter
9. Bake for about 18-20 minutes
10. Remove from oven and pour cooled syrup over the pastry and arange in a wreath shape

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Christmas Wreath Pastry

Learn how to make a beautiful Christmas Wreath dessert using phyllo dough. You will impress your family and friends with this delicious dish. You will learn what phyllo dough is and alternate fillings to use to make your wreath unique!

Course Dessert

Cuisine Mediterranean

Keyword christmas, dessert, phyllo dough

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 538kcal

Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

• 1 package of Phyllo pastry sheets
• 1 cup of unsalted butter melted for brushing
• Maple syrup or honey

Vanilla- lemon Custard :

• 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
• 3/4 cup of sugar
• Lemon peel from one lemon
• 1 cup of arrowroot powder or cornstarch or Maizena choose your favorite.
• 3 cups of milk
• 1 can of evaporated milk
• 1 tbsp of vanilla

Instructions

To make the custard filling

• Melt the butter add the sugar, and lemon peel
• Pour the evaporated milk and mix
• In a large cup mix the cornstarch and the 3 cups of cold milk until is not lumpy
• Pour the milk and whisking constantly in a medium heat and keep whisking until the custard thickens
• Set aside to cool down

How to fold the pastry

• Lay one phyllo dough vertically and brush with butter then place another sheet on top and brush with butter
• Heap one tablespoon of custard (or filling of your choice) at the bottom right
• Heap on tablespoon of custard at the bottom left and one tablespoon in the center
• Fold phyllo dough over custard and seal by pressing down
• Fold again and bring in the sides, the fold up once more
• Crinckle excess phyllo and fold the pastry parcel over so it stis on top- then turn it over
• Use a scissor to cut into three parcles and pinch ends tightly. Repeat.
• Place in a baking pie dish and brush with butter
• Bake for about 18-20 minutes
• Remove from oven and pour cooled syrup over the pastry and arange in a wreath shape

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 538kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 217mg | Potassium: 164mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 977IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 126mg | Iron: 1mg

Other filling ideas

Phyllo dough’s versatility allows for a wide range of both sweet and savory fillings. Here are some delicious ideas to inspire your phyllo dough dish:

Savory Fillings:

1. Spinach and Feta: A classic combination for spanakopita. Sautéed spinach, onions, and garlic mixed with crumbled feta cheese.
2. Cheese and Herb: Blend cream cheese or ricotta with fresh herbs like dill, chives, or parsley.
3. Mushroom and Gruyère: Sautéed mushrooms with shallots and Gruyère cheese for a rich and earthy filling.
4. Sundried Tomato and Pesto: Spread pesto on the phyllo sheets and layer with sundried tomatoes for a burst of Mediterranean flavors.
5. Buffalo Chicken: Shredded cooked chicken tossed in buffalo sauce, mixed with cream cheese or blue cheese, for a spicy twist.

Sweet Fillings:

1. Apple and Cinnamon: Sliced apples mixed with cinnamon, sugar, and a touch of nutmeg for a comforting dessert.
2. Chocolate Hazelnut: Spread Nutella or a homemade chocolate-hazelnut spread between the layers for a decadent treat.
3. Berry and Cream: A mix of fresh berries layered with sweetened whipped cream or a custard.
4. Honey and Walnut: Chopped walnuts mixed with honey and a hint of cinnamon for a sweet and nutty filling.
5. Pumpkin and Spice: A seasonal favorite with pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and a blend of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.

Remember to brush each layer of phyllo dough with melted butter or oil as you assemble your dish to achieve that desired flaky and crispy texture. Whether you choose a savory or sweet direction, phyllo dough provides a perfect canvas for creating impressive and delicious dishes.

Other desserts you may enjoy:

• Authentic Mexican Bunuelos
• Cherry Cobbler on the Traeger
• Authentic Empanadas
• Christmas Tree Puff Pastry

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As the festive season ushers in joy and merriment, there’s no better way to embrace the holiday spirit than by creating a delightful Christmas tree-shaped puff pastry dish.

The delectable scent of buttery layers wafting through the air is going to be something your family will always remember.

What are puff pastry sheets?

Puff pastry sheets are a versatile and flaky dough that is characterized by its many layers. The primary ingredients in puff pastry include flour, water, salt, and a large amount of butter.

During baking, the water in the dough and butter evaporates, creating steam that causes the layers to puff up and become light and flaky.

Puff pastry sheets are commonly used in both sweet and savory dishes, such as pastries, turnovers, tarts, and other baked goods. They serve as a convenient and time-saving option for home cooks, as they can be purchased pre-made in the form of frozen sheets.

These ready-to-use sheets can be thawed and easily incorporated into a variety of recipes, making them a popular choice for those who want to achieve a delicate and crisp pastry without the labor-intensive process of making the dough from scratch.

How to make a Christmas Tree Puff Pastry Dessert

Ingredients:

• 2 x 320 Jus-Rol Chilled Ready Rolled Puff Pastry Sheets
• 2 tablespoons Nut Spread and  of your choice*
• 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
• 1 egg, beaten
• Icing Sugar for dusting

*you may also substitute with hazelnut spread, jam, or any other topping of your choice

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
3. Unroll one of the puff pastry sheets and place on baking sheet
4. Spread the nut butter over the pastry sheet
5. Unroll the second pastry sheet and place on top of the first one
6. Use a small, star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out a star from the corner of the layered sheet and set aside
7. Cut the remaining layered pastry sheet into the shape of a Christmas Tree (triangle) with a wide base and pull away the excess pastry
8. Cut branches into the sides of the triangle about 2 cm wide leaving the top about 5 cm wide as this will be covered with the pastry star
9. Start at the top and twist each branch away from you- giving two turns to each branch
10. Place the pastry star at the top securing with a beaten egg
11. Spread the beaten egg over the entire pastry
12. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and risen
13. Cool before transfering to a wire rack
14. Transfer to a serving plate and dust with icing to serve

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Christmas Tree Puff Pastry

You will wow your family and friends with this festive Christmas Tree shaped puff pastry dessert. Filled with delicious jams and nut butter spreads- this will soon become a holiday tradition! Using pre-made puff pastry sheets makes this easy and attainable for all bakers.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword dessert, jambalaya, nut butter, puff pastry

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes minutes

Servings 8 people

Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

• 2 x 320 Jus-Rol Chilled Ready Rolled Puff Pastry Sheets
• 2 tablespoons Nut Spread and of your choice*
• 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
• 1 egg beaten
• Icing Sugar for dusting

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 425
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
• Unroll one of the puff pastry sheets and place on baking sheet
• Spread the nut butter over the pastry sheet
• Unroll the second pastry sheet and place on top of the first one
• Use a small, star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out a star from the corner of the layered sheet and set aside
• Cut the remaining layered pastry sheet into the shape of a Christmas Tree (triangle) with a wide base and pull away the excess pastry
• Cut branches into the sides of the triangle about 2 cm wide leaving the top about 5 cm wide as this will be covered with the pastry star
• Start at the top and twist each branch away from you- giving two turns to each branch
• Place the pastry star at the top securing with a beaten egg
• Spread the beaten egg over the entire pastry
• Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and risen
• Cool before transfering to a wire rack
• Transfer to a serving plate and dust with icing to serve

What can you substitute for nut butter in this recipe?

The versatility of puff pastry makes it a fantastic choice for a wide range of dessert fillings. Here are some delicious options you can consider:

Apple Cinnamon: Sautéed apples with cinnamon and sugar.

Berry Medley: Mix of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries with a touch of sugar.

Pear and Almond: Sliced pears with almond paste or frangipane

Pastry Cream: Classic vanilla or chocolate pastry cream.

Lemon Curd: Tangy and sweet lemon filling.

Chocolate Ganache: Rich and smooth chocolate ganache.

Nutella: Hazelnut chocolate spread for a quick and indulgent option.

Pecan Pie Filling: Pecans mixed with sugar, butter, and eggs.

Almond Paste: Sweet almond filling for a nutty flavor.

Cream Cheese and Fruit: Cream cheese with berries or sliced fruit.

Ricotta and Honey: Light and creamy ricotta with a drizzle of honey.

Cinnamon Sugar: A simple mix of cinnamon and sugar.

Pumpkin Spice: Pumpkin puree with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

Ginger and Pear: Sliced pears with a hint of ginger.

Fruit and Nut Tart: Combine your favorite fruits with chopped nuts.

Chocolate and Raspberry: Layer of chocolate ganache with fresh raspberries.

Remember to adjust the sweetness and spices according to your taste preferences. Puff pastry desserts offer endless possibilities, allowing you to get creative and experiment with different flavors and combinations.

Other desserts you may enjoy:

• Authentic Mexican Bunuelos
• Cherry Cobbler on the Traeger
• Authentic Empanadas

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As Halloween approaches, it’s time to indulge in some delightfully eerie treats that are sure to send shivers down your spine.

This year, we’re taking a classic party favorite, gelatin, and turning it into a spine-chilling masterpiece using a brain-shaped jello mold. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your guests screaming for more.

Whether you’re hosting a haunted house party or just celebrating with close friends and family, this spooky jello mold creation is bound to leave a lasting impression. The best part? It tastes as good as it looks!

What is a Jelly Mold?

A jelly mold, also known as a gelatin mold or jello mold, is a kitchen utensil used to shape and set gelatin desserts, like Jello or other flavored gelatin mixtures, into various decorative shapes.

These molds can be made from various materials, including plastic, glass, metal, or silicone, and they come in an array of shapes and sizes, ranging from simple rounds to intricate designs.

How to make a Halloween Jello

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 envelope of grape flavored gelatin (or you can substitute with an envelope of black gelatin with red fruit flavor if you can find it)
• 1 dropper of liquid black vegetable dye
• 1 can evaporated milk (Carnation)
• 1 can of condensed milk (dairy)
• 1 can of half cream (Nestle) you can replace it with sour cream
• 1 stick of Cream Cheese (Philadelphia)
• 1 splash of vanilla
• 1 cup cold cow’s milk
• 4 envelopes of gelatin
• 3 cups of water
• 1 splash of cooking oil
• Jelly mold

PREPARATION:

1. We start by hydrating the gelatin. We place the gelatin envelopes in the shape of a rain in the cup of cold milk, stir well so that it dissolves a little and let it rest for 15 minutes. (it should look gelled “curdled”).

2. After 15 min. and the gelatin is already hydrated, we add the 3 milks, the condensed milk, the evaporated milk, the half cream or sour cream (if you can’t find half cream), the cream cheese stick, the splash of vanilla and we blend well

3. While the ingredients are blending, place the hydrated gelatin in the microwave for 30 seconds. Once melted, add it to the blender while still moving to integrate it well into the mixture and prevent lumps from forming.

4. Grease a jelly or donut mold with a splash of oil, making sure that all sides are well greased. But without excess.

5. Pour the 3 milk mixture into the previously greased mold and refrigerate for 2 hours.

6. Once the 2 hours have passed, we heat a cup of water, once it is very hot, pour in the grape gelatin envelope and stir well so that the gelatin dissolves well.

7. When the gelatin has dissolved well, pour in the remaining 2 cups of cold water and stir well,

8. One the gelatin has dissolved, add a few drops of black liquid vegetable coloring, do this until you obtain the desired color. (if you find the envelope of black gelatin already prepared, skip this step)

9. Once you have the desired color, let it cool a little so that the gelatin that is already set does not melt.

10. Take the milk gelatin out of the refrigerator and with very clean hands begin to remove the edges of the mold. Use a spatula and insert it into one edge to ensure that the gelatin is perfectly separated from the edges of the mold.

11. Insert the spatula on the side of the mold so that a small hole is formed and begin to pour the black gelatin there little by little, remember that it must already be cold so that it does not melt the milk gelatin.

12. Insert the spatula along all the edges so that the black gelatin penetrates well and the milk gelatin begins to float, as if it were a kind of float, with the milk gelatin in the center and the black gelatin covering the white gelatin. .

13. Once the 2 gelatins have been incorporated, refrigerate for a minimum of 5 hours, if possible let it set overnight.

14. After 4 hours or overnight, and the gelatin is completely set, with your very clean hands, peel off the edges of the mold and disassemble it on an extended plate and decorate as you wish.

15. Cut into slices, serve and enjoy.

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Halloween Jello

 Learn how to make a spooky Halloween Jello that everyone will love! This recipe uses a jelly mold to perfect the art of a scary side dish. Using geletain and other deicious ingredients such as cream cheese, condensed and evaportaed milk and Nestle half cream you can guarnatee it is going to be good!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword jello

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 6 hours hours

Servings 8 people

Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

• 1 envelope of grape flavored gelatin or you can substitute with an envelope of black gelatin with red fruit flavor if you can find it
• 1 dropper of liquid black vegetable dye
• 1 can evaporated milk Carnation
• 1 can of condensed milk dairy
• 1 can of half cream Nestle you can replace it with sour cream
• 1 stick of Cream Cheese Philadelphia
• 1 splash of vanilla
• 1 cup cold cow’s milk
• 4 envelopes of gelatin
• 3 cups of water
• 1 splash of cooking oil
• Jelly mold

Instructions

• We start by hydrating the gelatin. We place the gelatin envelopes in the shape of a rain in the cup of cold milk, stir well so that it dissolves a little and let it rest for 15 minutes. (it should look gelled “curdled”).
• After 15 min. and the gelatin is already hydrated, we add the 3 milks, the condensed milk, the evaporated milk, the half cream or sour cream (if you can't find half cream), the cream cheese stick, the splash of vanilla and we blend well
• While the ingredients are blending, place the hydrated gelatin in the microwave for 30 seconds. Once melted, add it to the blender while still moving to integrate it well into the mixture and prevent lumps from forming.
• Grease a jelly or donut mold with a splash of oil, making sure that all sides are well greased. But without excess.
• Pour the 3 milk mixture into the previously greased mold and refrigerate for 2 hours.
• Once the 2 hours have passed, we heat a cup of water, once it is very hot, pour in the grape gelatin envelope and stir well so that the gelatin dissolves well.
• When the gelatin has dissolved well, pour in the remaining 2 cups of cold water and stir well,
• Once the gelatin has dissolved, add a few drops of black liquid vegetable coloring, do this until you obtain the desired color. (if you find the envelope of black gelatin already prepared, skip this step)
• Once you have the desired color, let it cool a little so that the gelatin that is already set does not melt.
• Take the milk gelatin out of the refrigerator and with very clean hands begin to remove the edges of the mold. Use a spatula and insert it into one edge to ensure that the gelatin is perfectly separated from the edges of the mold.
• Insert the spatula on the side of the mold so that a small hole is formed and begin to pour the black gelatin there little by little, remember that it must already be cold so that it does not melt the milk gelatin.
• Insert the spatula along all the edges so that the black gelatin penetrates well and the milk gelatin begins to float, as if it were a kind of float, with the milk gelatin in the center and the black gelatin covering the white gelatin. .
• Once the 2 gelatins have been incorporated, refrigerate for a minimum of 5 hours, if possible let it set overnight.
• After 4 hours or overnight, and the gelatin is completely set, with your very clean hands, peel off the edges of the mold and disassemble it on an extended plate and decorate as you wish.
• Cut into slices, serve and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 8g

There you have it – a spine-chilling Halloween jello dessert that’s sure to be the star of your Halloween gathering.

So, go ahead and channel your inner mad scientist in the kitchen this Halloween. Your guests will be both thrilled and chilled by this delectable, spine-tingling treat.

Check Out These Other Recipes

• The Best Homemade Healthy Pancakes Recipe
• Healthy Sloppy Joes Recipe
• The Best Pumpkin Bread Recipe

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Caramel Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful dessert fusion that will leave you craving for more with every bite. I recently made these for my family and they were an instant hit!

 

Today we’ll explore this heavenly treat, provide you with a step-by-step recipe, and share some tips to elevate your baking game.

 

 

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Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Learn how to make these soft, delicious Caramel Cheesecake Cookies. Theses cookies are made with common pantry ingredients and are perfect for the fall time.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword cookies, dessert

Prep Time 1 hour hour

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 24 cookies

Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

• For the Cookie Dough
• 2 cups of flour
• 1 cup of brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 tbsp of ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp of salt
• 1/2 tsp of baking soda
• 1/2 tsp of baking powder
• 2 tbsp of dulce de leche
• 3/4 cup of soft butter

For the Cheesecake Filling

• 4 oz of cream cheese
• 3 tbsp of powder sugar
• 1 tsp of vanilla

Instructions

• Preheat the oven at 350° F
• In a bowl mix the cheesecake filling ingredients .
• Make little pieces of the filling with a spoon and place them in a cookie sheet with parchment or wax paper and put it in the freezer a least 1/2 hour before using it.
• In another bowl mix all the cookie dough ingredients- placing the dry ones first and then the wet ones.
• Mix well and chill the dough for 20 minutes.
• Make approximately 1″ cookie dough balls and then make a hole in the center with your thumb.
• Place a piece of the cheesecake filling inside and cover with the dough ball- rolling the ball again making sure the cheesecake filling stays inside of the cookie dough.
• Bake for 10 to 11 minutes and let it cool down for 10 minutes.
• Add melted butter to the top and sprinkle with a mix of white sugar, ground cinnamon and a little bit of ground nutmeg.

How to store homemade cookies

Storing homemade cookies properly is essential to keep them fresh and maintain their flavor and texture. Here are some tips on how to store homemade cookies.

Cool Completely: Before storing, make sure your cookies have cooled completely. Warm cookies can create moisture inside the container, leading to sogginess.

Use Airtight Containers: The best way to store cookies is in airtight containers. You can use cookie tins, plastic containers with tight-fitting lids, or resealable plastic bags. Ensure there’s no air inside the container to prevent moisture and keep the cookies fresh.

Layering: If you need to stack your cookies, separate layers with parchment paper or wax paper to prevent them from sticking together or becoming too soft.

Room Temperature Storage: Most cookies can be stored at room temperature for several days to a week. Place them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources. However, avoid storing cookies with moist fillings (like jam-filled cookies) next to crisp cookies, as the moisture can make the crisp cookies lose their crunch.

Freezer Storage: To extend the shelf life of your cookies, you can freeze them. Here’s how:

• Place the cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until they’re firm.
• Transfer the frozen cookies to an airtight container or resealable plastic bag, separating layers with parchment or wax paper.
• Label the container with the date and type of cookies.
• Cookies can be stored in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.
• When you’re ready to enjoy them, let them thaw at room temperature for a few hours.

By following these storage guidelines, you can enjoy your homemade cookies at their best for an extended period. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just satisfying your sweet tooth, proper storage ensures your cookies stay delicious.

Check out these other desserts!

• The Most Delicious and Authentic Chocoflan Recipe
• The Best (and easiest) Flan Napolitano Recipe
• Lemon Carlota 
• Authentic Mexican Buñuelos Recipe

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What is a “Carlota”?

A Carlota is a very popular Mexican dessert that has French roots. It is easy to make and, being that it is usually eaten either frozen or chilled, it is perfect for sunny days. It is also ideal for when you have people over and you don’t have a lot of time to prepare, because it really doesn’t take very long to make!

How do you make Lemon Carlota?

A carlota is made with multiple levels of vanilla flavored cookies, covered in a sweet sauce, and is then frozen for a couple of hours to create a creamy ice cream like texture. Sometimes this is called a lemon icebox cake, but I will always call it a carlota. My preference is to make it lemon-flavored, but you can make it with strawberries, apple, and peach too – which is the flavor that I ate a lot growing up.

That is because I have an uncle in Mexico who worked in a restaurant and he made the most delicious peach carlota. He always used to make it around Christmas time to go with our Christmas dinner which became a great tradition and we all looked forward to it every year.

Even though this is a very simple Mexican dessert, we shouldn’t underestimate its flavor, and you can rest assured that it will impress all of your guests. To make this lemon carlota you will need vanilla flavored cookies.

The kind that are most commonly used in Mexico are called “Marias” and they can be bought almost anywhere down there. Here in the United States I have had a hard time finding them in a few places that I have lived, especially in my first few years here.

Over the past few years, however, more and more Mexican products are being imported into the United States which means that you can find these all over the place now! I found mine in a local grocery store, but you can also buy them online here.

Once the sweet sauce is prepared, it is time to put the cookies down one layer at a time in a baking dish, and then covering each layer with the sweet sauce until all the cookies are gone and you finish with a final layer of the sweet sauce. Once prepared, put the carlota in the freezer and then cut into pieces when ready to serve.

If you decide to make this tasty Mexican dessert, don’t forget to come back and tell me how it turned out!

If you loved this recipe, you should definitely try these too:

• Extra Creamy Rice Pudding (Arroz con Leche)
• The Best Homemade Triple Chocolate Bundt Cake Recipe (No Cake Mix)
• Creamy Mango Mousse Recipe
• Oreo Cookie Cheesecake (no-bake method)
• Peaches and Cream Napoleon Recipe
• Amazing Caramel Smores Recipe (Disney World Copycat)

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Carlota

This Lemon Carlota recipe is a simple, delicious Mexican Dessert that looks pretty and will please even the pickiest of eaters. Keep reading to learn how to make it. 

Course Dessert

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword carlota, dessert, lemon, mexican dessert

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Freeze Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 2 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 16 2x2 inch squares

Calories 324kcal

Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

• Juice from 5 Lemons
• 1 Can of Evaporated Milk 12 oz
• 1 Can of Sweetened Condensed Milk 14 oz
• 2 Packages of Marias cookies.

Instructions

• Blend the two types of milk together with the lemon juice and set aside.
• In an 8x8 glass baking dish, put one layer of cookies along the bottom, covering the entire bottom of the pan.
• Cover the first layer with part of the sweet sauce
• Repeat until the cookies are gone, finishing with a final layer of sweet sauce.
• Freeze for at least 2 hours and serve!

Nutrition

Serving: 12x2 inch square | Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 113mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 18.3mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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This Easy Turtle Cheesecake Recipe is a perfect option for the holidays, and you can make it so easily with the new Cheesecake Factory at Home™Cheesecake Mixes.

My husband and I like to go out to eat whenever we can, but having three young boys can make that kind of difficult. One of our favorite places to go is the Cheesecake Factory. They have so many delicious items on their menu – not to mention the delicious cheesecake!

Since we have a pretty busy schedule, we only make it there about once a year. Fortunately, we are able to eat some our favorite Cheesecake Factory meals at home now. I recently was introduced to these Cheesecake Factory at Home™ Cheesecake Mixes. Yes – you read that right – you can actually make Cheesecake Factory cheesecake at home! 

All you need to add to these mixes is cream cheese, and you are on your way to a delicious dessert! Now, these are all delicious on their own, but I always like to switch things up a little bit. That is why today I decided to use the Cheesecake Factory at Home Cheesecake Mixes to make an easy turtle cheesecake recipe.

After you have made the cheesecake per the package instructions, all you have to do is add the included salted caramel sauce, a chocolate sauce of your choice, and then top it with pecans. See! I told you it was easy. 🙂

This didn’t take me very long at all, and my whole family loved it. With the holidays coming up, it is a perfect time to try out this recipe. It is such a hectic time of year, so this is such a great way to make a dessert that everyone will love without spending all day in the kitchen.

You can find out more about the Cheesecake Factory at Home Cheesecake Mixes here. If you decide to try these out, please come back and let me know in the comments how it turned out for you.

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Easy Turtle Cheesecake Recipe

Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

• 1 Cheesecake Factory at Home Salted Caramel Cheesecake Mix
• 1 Bar of Cream Cheese
• Melted Chocolate
• Chopped Pecans

Instructions

• Prepare the Cheesecake according to the package instructions.
• After it has cooled, spread the included salted caramel sauce over the top, and then add chocolate sauce.
• Add the chopped pecans.
• Drizzle additional chocolate sauce over the top.

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Creamy Mango Mousse is a perfect choice for an after school snack. Full of flavor, creamy, and the perfect amount of sweetness to keep your kids happy.

If you have been following my site for awhile, you probably know that I love mangoes! I grew up on a large ranch in Mexico and there were Mango trees all over the place. I always loved going out with my siblings and cousins to pick mangoes. Of course we had to eat some on our way home. Those are some of my favorite memories from growing up.

We didn’t only go out on the weekends to pick mangoes – we also would stop on the way home from school so that we could have a delicious after school snack.

Now that I am a mom with two little boys in school this year, I always like to make sure that they have some delicious snacks to eat when they get home as well. The after school snack that I am sharing today is my way of sharing a little bit of my childhood with them. This creamy mango mousse is so easy to make, it is delicious, and the kids love it!

One of the secrets to this recipe is to use Nestlé Coffee-mate® Natural Bliss® Sweet Cream liquid coffee creamer. It is a perfect way to add an extra touch of creaminess. Coffee-mate Natural Bliss is made with milk, cream, pure cane sugar, and natural flavoring. I used it for the first time in this recipe and I am glad that I did! You can buy it at your local Walmart along with other great products from the Nestlé’s Back to School Product Shelf, which you can check out here.

Whenever the school year starts, I like to stock up on Nestlé products. There is something for all of my kids, which makes me a happy mommy.

When I made this creamy mango mousse recipe for the first time, my husband and my kids absolutely loved it. The creamy texture is perfect and adding fresh mangoes on top is a nice touch.

I hope that you enjoy this as much as my family and I did. Let me know in the comments below how it turned out!

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Creamy Mango Mousse Recipe

Creamy Mango Mousse is a perfect choice for an after school snack. Full of flavor, creamy, and the perfect amount of sweetness to keep your kids happy. 

Course Dessert

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword mango mousse, mexican dessert

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cool 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Servings 6 Cups

Calories 189kcal

Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

• Pulp from 2 ripe Mangoes
• 1/4 cup of Nestlé Coffee-mate® Natural Bliss® Sweet Cream
• 4 Tablespoons of Water
• 1 Packet of Unflavored Gelatin 7 grams
• 3/4 Cups of Heavy Whipping Cream
• 6 tablespoons of granulated sugar

Instructions

• Dissolve the gelatin in a cup with the water and let it stand until it solidifies (around 5 minutes), then put in the microwave for 30 seconds until it returns to a liquid state.
• Add the mango pulp, the Nestlé Coffee-mate® Natural Bliss® Sweet Cream, 4 tablespoons of sugar, and the gelatin mixture from above to a blender and mix until smooth.
• Add the heavy whipping cream to a mixer with the sugar and begin to whip. Stop whipping before soft peaks forms.
• Add the mango mixture with the whipping cream mixture and mix well.
• Add to a dessert dish and let chill for at least one hour.
• Serve with fresh mango pieces

Nutrition

Serving: 1Cup | Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 114mg | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 1030IU | Vitamin C: 20.2mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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How Do You Make Rice Krispie Treats

Rice krispie treats are something that I never tried until I moved to the United States in 2010. Since then I have tried them quite a bit and now I really like them! They are a great, easy treat to make in a hurry. Also, they are versatile enough that you can make many different versions.

The basic recipe consists of butter, marshmallows, and rice krispie cereal. This recipe that one of my good friends gave me adds a few extra ingredients that really make them extra tasty!

Getting the quantities right is very important as well.

Most of the time you will see rice krispie treats served without and extra decoration and just as squares.

While that way is just fine and we do it like that all the time, sometimes I like to let my creativity run wild and try something new. One thing about rice krispie treats is that they can be pretty sticky.

That is why I decided to put a lollipop stick in one end of them to create these rice krispie treat pops!

With the 4th of July coming up, I decided to decorate them with some red, white, and blue colored chocolat. I am definitely planning on making these for all of our patriotic holidays going forward.

Awhile back, I had an activity with some of the teenage girls at our church, and I brought these as a refreshmen. Let me tell you – they were a hit! Everybody loved the rice krispie treat pops, and they did not last very long.

On that occasion, I actually didn’t make the “pops” version, because it was going to be a little bit difficult to take them there. That is why I did a variation, leaving them in the pan and decorating the top with red, white, and blue like the ones below.

If you are looking for a new twist on an old classic, make sure you check out the recipe below and let me know how they turn out!

Here are some other great snack ideas

• The Best Churros Recipe with Sweet Piloncillo Dipping Sauce
• How To Make Authentic Sweet Tamales (3 Different Varieties)
• Honey Bunches of Oats® Marshmallow Bars
• Red, White and Blue Popcorn Balls

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Rice Krispie Treat Pops (Red, White, and Blue)

Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

• 10 Cups of rice krispie cereal
• 3 Sticks of Butter
• 1 Teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 Teaspoon of salt
• 3 bags of mini marshmallows
• Red White, and Blue melting chocolate
• Sucker Sticks

Instructions

• Cut the butter into pieces and add to the stove over low heat.
• Immediately add the marshmallows and cover, allowing the butter and marshmallows to slowly melt, stirring occasionally.
• When the marshmallows have melted completely, add the vanilla and the salt.
• Next add the rice krispie cereal, a few cups at a time and stir together.
• Coat the baking pan (and your hands) with butter and transfer the mixture to the baking pan.
• Press down into place and let cook until slightly hardened.
• Melt the chocolate according to the instructions on the package.
• Cut the rice krispie treats into squares and then dip the end of the sucker stick into some of the melted chocolate before inserting it into one end of the rice krispie treat. Let sit for a few minutes before dipping in the chocolate and decorating as desired.

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One of my goals at the beginning of this year was to try hard to simplify my life. As a mom with lots of things that always need to be done, this is not an easy goal to achieve! That said, I do believe that by simplifying what we can, we can eliminate unnecessary stress from our lives and be happier! One thing that I have been trying to simplify is the food that I make for my family. This doesn’t mean that I am cooking out of a box or just eating frozen pizzas. Instead, it means that I am looking for ways to cook delicious food, with simpler ingredients that I can make in a hurry. This recipe for banana, walnut, and strawberry yogurt mini pie is one that helps me accomplish that goal.

This is a great recipe to have one hand for a quick, fresh, and perfect sized dessert. You can make it when you are having guests over, or just after dinner when you or your kids are craving something sweet, but you don’t want to spend all day in the kitchen.

The ingredients that you will need are the following:

• Reddi-wip® original 13 oz size
• Dannon® Light & Fit® Strawberry Cheesecake Greek Yogurt
• Keebler® Ready Crust® Mini Graham Cracker Pie Crust
• Banana
• Walnuts

All of these ingredients are conveniently located at Walmart. I was actually able to find the first three together in a special display, and of course the bananas were in the produce section. Right now there are rebates on Ibotta for the Reddi-Wip® and the Dannon® Greek Yogurt and if you redeem both, you can get a $.50 bonus.

You can make this entire recipe in less than 20 minutes, although I actually chose to let it chill for a couple of hours before serving and it turned out great!

I love the Keebler® Ready Crust® Mini Graham Cracker Pie Crust. It is so convenient, because the come in such a great size and they are ready right out of the package. This is great, because it allows you to focus more on the filling.

For my filling I chose to use the Dannon® Light & Fit® Strawberry Cheesecake Greek Yogurt, combined with Reddi-wip®, chopped walnuts, and bananas. I love the combination of walnuts and bananas, and strawberry cheesecake goes good with just about any dessert!

I know that simplifying life can be hard, but taking small steps is the best way to get started. I hope that you are able to enjoy this delicious pie on one of those days that you want something tasty but you don’t have a lot of time to make it.

What do you do to make your life more simple?

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Banana, Walnut, and Strawberry Yogurt Pie

Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

• Reddi-wip® original 13 oz size
• 2 Dannon® Light & Fit® Strawberry Cheesecake Greek Yogurt
• 3 Keebler® Ready Crust® Mini Graham Cracker Pie Crust
• 1 Banana chopped into smaller pieces
• 1/2 cup chopped Walnuts

Instructions

• Add the Dannon® Light & Fit® Strawberry Cheesecake Greek Yogurt and about a cup of the Reddi-Wip® to a large bowl and mix well.
• Add the chopped walnuts and bananas and stir until everything is well mixed.
• Add the filling to the Keebler® Ready Crust® Mini Graham Cracker Pie Crust (at this point you can chill in the refrigerator, or continue with the next step immediately.
• Add some more Reddi-Wip® on top of the pie filling, and finish off with very finely chopped walnuts.

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