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You will enjoy the rich and colorful cuisine of Mexico. Their desserts are as exceptional as their entrees. As Mexican food gains recognition, their desserts should be highlighted more frequently. Mexican cuisine has such a myriad of temptations that it is amazing the desserts have not gained more acclaim.

Many of the most popular desserts in Mexico are made of ice cream, puddings, or custards. Probably the best known custard in Mexico is the flan. This is a thick custard covered in a rich caramel sauce. Usually they are vanilla flavored, but they can also come in coconut, lime and other delicious varieties. Fried ice cream is probably one of the most bizarre desserts to some of us. The crisp coating is delicious... especially when paired with the creamy ice cream inside.

If you like pudding, try arroz con leche. This is a thick creamy rice pudding that is usually seasoned with nutmeg and cinnamon. The top may be studded with almonds or walnuts. Some people like it with a bit of melted butter on top. This hearty pudding is a popular choice among both young and old.

Mexico loves its sweet breads. You can find churros everywhere. These are fried sticks of dough dusted with sugar cinnamon. You can also find filled churros with a middle of vanilla custard. Alternatively, maybe you like sopapillas better. These triangles of fried dough are coated with cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar. They are served up on a plate with a dipping sauce of honey or melted chocolate. Pan Dulce are sweet rolls. Topped with flavored sugar, they also may include cinnamon, anise, or dried fruit. Sometimes bakers put designs on the shells of the rolls. These rolls are often used as a snack as well as a dessert.

Cookies are very popular in Mexico. They make a shortbread that is usually flavored with anise or almond extract that is delicious. Mexican wedding cookies are a common choice. They are a sugar cookie that may be flavored with almond or orange extract. These delectable cookies are sometimes shaped as moons.

Filled pastries are delightful in Mexican cuisine. Empanadas are probably the most familiar. They can be served full of savory goodness like meat and cheese, but they are also used for dessert when filled with fresh fruit. Apple, guava, and mango are common fruit fillings for these delicious empanadas. Some are also filled with a white cheese known as queso blanco and topped with a delicious chocolate sauce. Chimichangas are another savory dish that is transformed into a delicious dessert. Flour tortillas are filled with sweetened cheese, fruits, or nuts and fried. The chimichangas are then sprinkled with cinnamon sugar or topped with a rich custard sauce before eating.

There are many Mexican dessert recipes that are both simple and tasty. Do a search online and you will find many that you may be tempted to try. Go ahead and make them for your family to sample. They may become a new treat at your house.

When you are tired of the same old cakes and pies, it is nice to be able to turn to Mexican cuisine for a little variety. These desserts are delicious and before you know it they will become a normal part of your menu.

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