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Best Easy Carlota de Café Recipe

Name: Best Easy Carlota de Café Recipe
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 120 g
Ingredients: María cookies 19.5 oz; sweetened condensed milk 1 cup; evaporated milk 1 cup; heavy cream 1 cup; instant coffee powder 2.5 tbsp; hot water 1.5 tbsp; vanilla extract 2 tsp

Coffee-flavored icebox cake layers María cookies with a rich mocha cream. This family-friendly dessert is a smooth, aromatic, elegant no-bake treat for coffee lovers.

Cook 45 min Difficulty EASY 320 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

María cookies 19.5 oz
sweetened condensed milk 1 cup
evaporated milk 1 cup
heavy cream 1 cup

Seasonings/Sauce

instant coffee powder 2.5 tbsp
hot water 1.5 tbsp
vanilla extract 2 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 37 g 46%

Protein 5 g 6%

Fat 16 g 48%

Serving size 120g

Cooking steps

1

In a small bowl, dissolve instant coffee powder in hot water until smooth; stir in vanilla extract and let cool completely before using.
2

In a large bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream; whip with a hand mixer on medium-high speed until mixture thickens slightly, about 2–3 minutes.
3

Add the cooled coffee mixture into the cream base and beat for 1 more minute on medium speed until fully combined and lightly fluffy.
4

Dip each María cookie quickly into cold milk (optional, not included in ingredient list) to soften, then arrange a single layer of cookies on the bottom of a square or rectangular baking dish.
5

Spread one-third of the coffee cream evenly over the cookies; repeat layering cookies and cream two more times, finishing with a smooth layer of coffee cream on top.
6

Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) for the dessert to set and flavors to meld.
7

When ready to serve, garnish with extra cookie crumbs or a dusting of cocoa powder if desired. Slice and serve chilled.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this Carlota de Café recipe?

The defining ingredient is instant coffee powder. When dissolved and mixed into the creamy filling, it imparts a rich, aromatic coffee flavor that transforms simple María cookies into a smooth, elegant dessert.

Q. Is there a crucial step for the perfect cream texture?

Yes—ensuring that the cream mixture is whipped until it thickens slightly helps create a light, mousse-like texture. Also, fully cooling the coffee before blending prevents the cream from deflating.

Q. How do I prevent the Carlota from being soggy or too dry?

Dip each María cookie briefly in cold milk to soften before layering, but don't oversoak, or they will fall apart. The right timing lets the cookies absorb moisture from the cream and set into layers without becoming mushy.

Q. How many calories are in each serving, and what is its nutrition breakdown?

Each serving of this Carlota de Café provides about 320 kcal, with 37g carbohydrates (46%), 5g protein (6%), and 16g fat (48%). It's a creamy, moderate-calorie dessert with a balance of carbs and fats.

Best Easy Carlota de Café Recipe

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