The 10 Most Delicious Desserts for Día de Muertos
Día de Muertos is just around the corner, so it's a great idea to select the dishes you will place on your altar on November 1 and 2. If you are looking for sweet recipes for Día de Muertos, kiwilimón recommends these 10 desserts ideal for both the living and the dead.
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Sweet Tamales with RaisinsTamales are a must in Mexican kitchens during Día de Muertos, so we suggest you prepare these traditional sweet tamales with raisins, as they will delight both kids and adults. Don’t forget to accompany these sweet tamales with a rich atole.See recipe
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Candied PumpkinTake advantage of pumpkin season to prepare this traditional Día de Muertos sweet: candied pumpkin. This classic dessert is made with piloncillo and cinnamon, the ideal flavors for the cold and for this important date for Mexicans.See recipe
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Three Milk CapirotadaGive a twist to this traditional Mexican dessert with a touch of three milks. The best part is that you don't need many ingredients to prepare this three milk capirotada, as it only requires bread, piloncillo, three milks, and nuts. No one will be able to resist trying this Mexican classic.See recipe
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Pan de Muerto CookiesIf you feel like experimenting in the kitchen, then you have to bake these crispy pan de muerto cookies; they will be your downfall. Thanks to the combination of orange and orange blossom, these cookies are the ideal sweet to celebrate Día de Muertos with your loved ones.See recipe
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Cempasúchil FlanEveryone will be left speechless after trying this exquisite and creamy cempasúchil flan, the flower we use to remember our dead. You won't believe how subtle, citrusy, and aromatic this incredible dessert is. Celebrate Día de Muertos with the most impressive flan.See recipe
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Delicious Tejocotes in SyrupAnother must-try recipe for November 1 and 2 is this sweet tejocote in piloncillo syrup, as it is an easy, practical, and economical dessert. Additionally, it is known that tejocote helps lower blood sugar levels.See recipe
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Pan de Muerto Ice CreamIf you crave a fresh and creamy dessert, this pan de muerto ice cream is the best option. This delicious ice cream has great flavor, so it will surely become one of the favorite desserts for kids and adults during this season.See recipe
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Mini Orange and Orange Blossom BuñuelosSatisfy your palate with these mini orange and orange blossom buñuelos, ideal for the Día de Muertos altar and for sharing with family. Pair them with coffee or hot chocolate. You won't be able to resist this classic flavor combination!See recipe
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Pumpkin FlanThere is no better dessert for Día de Muertos than this creamy pumpkin flan. The secret to this traditional dessert lies in the combination of pumpkin, cream cheese, and spices. Get to work and prepare this smooth and creamy flan.See recipe
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Glazed Pan de MuertoWe know that pan de muerto will always be the most popular dessert for this date; however, we have this recipe for you with a colorful and fun glaze that will take your homemade pan de muerto to the next level.Remember that kiwilimón has the best recipes for Día de Muertos! Get to work and prepare these exquisite desserts that everyone will love.See recipe