The Best Mexican Desserts for Easter

When you want to add vibrant flavors to your Easter meal plans, you’ll want something that will really pop on your plate. Mexican desserts are beloved by many because of their tropical notes, fresh flavors, and their perfect mix of sweet and spicy. Here, we share how to spice up your dinners with Tres Leches Cake, traditional Capirotada, and many other tasty treats! 

Why Mexican Desserts for Easter? 

Many people love Mexican desserts not only because they use many pastel colors but also because they come in a variety of tastes and flavors. A traditional Mexican dessert is Capirotada, which is similar to bread pudding but uses spiced piloncillo syrup mixed with cheese rather than a creamy base. This dessert also holds a religious meaning during Easter, where the stale bread used symbolizes the body of Christ — below are more traditional dishes to serve during the Lenten season. 

Best Mexican Desserts for Easter 

Here are a few simple and easy Mexican desserts for you to try for your next Easter dinner or gathering. 

Authentic Capirotada

Using this simple yet authentic Capirotada recipe, you’ll be able to enjoy this traditional Mexican bread pudding. All you need are buttered bread slices of bolillo bread, mild cheddar cheese, and raisins in a mild piloncillo syrup finished with whole cloves and cinnamon. 

Tres Leches Cake

If this is your first time making this great dessert, this recipe is a great place to start! Apart from homemade churros, this traditional recipe is among the most popular options for Mexican desserts. You can then finish it off using fresh raspberries, a touch of cinnamon, or both for more flavor. 

Guava Cheesecake 

With this traditional guava cheesecake recipe, you can dive right into the center of Mexican cuisine, and will quickly become your favorite dessert! Finished with a Maria cookie crust, you’ll be sure to savor every bite of this creamy cheesecake made extra delicious using guava jelly. 

Molasses Banana Bread

While this option isn’t traditionally found inside Mexican kitchens, it’s still a favorite during Easter. This recipe uses plenty of bananas, walnuts, coconut sugar, dark molasses, and ginger for a treat that’s super tasty! 

Homemade Conchas

If you wish to embark on a culinary journey through Mexican culture, you’ll want to get started with this wonderful Concha recipe. This great recipe will give you a step-by-step guide on how to make these pillowy and soft Mexican sweet breads. 

Cinnamon Roll Capirotada

This is a similar recipe to the authentic capirotada but it also offers a delightful twist by combining the tasty layer of French bread with a beautiful vanilla glaze. 

Key Lime Pie 

If you’re looking for a refreshing twist on the classic key lime pie, then this treat is the perfect choice for Good Friday or Easter Sunday! Using a sour cream topping, you’ll find that this dessert is both tart and tangy while holding a balance between sweet and zesty.  

Canela Ice Cream

Ditch the regular store-bought ice creams and try this gorgeous Canela ice cream made using soft, Ceylon cinnamon sticks that packs a great flavor. It’s also very easy to make and delivers flavors that taste like a hug in a bowl, so if you’ve been looking for something to serve this Lent season, look no further! 

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

If you’re craving a bit of sunshine during your Easter celebrations, then this Pineapple Upside-Down Cake should do nicely. Think about a soft and tender cake base that’s topped with a bright display of fresh fruit like pineapple in juice and maraschino cherries. All of this is then glazed in a golden brown and gooey golden brown sugar caramel sauce — finally, you can top it off with a scoop of ice cream for a truly amazing experience.   

Apple Rum Empanadas

Those who want a yummy treat to enjoy at the end of the Lenten period will want to get their hands on these apple rum empanadas. Much like a mini apple pie, these come with boozy apples, dark brown sugar, as well as cinnamon wrapped in a flaky and buttery pastry. 

Sweet Lime Tamales

Anyone with a sweet tooth will surely appreciate these sweet lime tamales which provide a zesty twist on this traditional dessert. This fluffy and cake-like dough bursts with tasty lime, so you’ll fall in love with these sweet treats. 

Pineapple Pecan Capirotada

Yet another twist on the already delicious Capirotada, this variant uses layers of bread soaked in a spiced syrup, smothered in queso fresco (or Monterey Jack), pecans, and fresh pineapples. This is then tucked inside a baking dish to bake in the oven until golden brown. 

Conclusion

No matter what you’re looking to serve for your Easter dessert, you can be sure that you’ll love the delicious desserts we shared above. Apart from using simple ingredients, these choices are also easy to make, and depending on your personal preference will be great for the whole family. Just be sure to give the kids extra thick slices after Ash Wednesday!

Sources 

• holajalapeno.com
• intentionallyeat.com
• foodanddealsbylaura.com