The best typical desserts of Latin cuisine

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Latin America is a diverse area in cultures, colors, and flavors, especially when it comes to desserts. From rice pudding, alfajores, sweet empanadas, and Suspiro Limeño, don't miss these 10 recipes for typical desserts of Latin origin!

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Creamy Rice PuddingYou can find rice pudding in different Latin countries such as Mexico and Peru, so we assure you that this delicious easy recipe will delight you.

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Alfajores with Dulce de LecheAlfajores are delicious cookies that you can enjoy if you want to taste the flavor of Argentina, Colombia, Chile, and even Costa Rica.

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Seed CandyPalanqueta is a typical sweet from Mexico, and this recipe, besides being very easy to make, will conquer your palate and anyone you share it with.

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Quesillo or FlanQuesillo is a dessert originating from Venezuela, and although it is slightly thicker than the flan we commonly know, this traditional Napolitan flan recipe does it justice.

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Blackberry and Cheese EmpanadasEmpanadas are a traditional dish found in several Latin American countries, but this sweet version will delight you with the delicious combination of blackberry and cheese.

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Bread PuddingBread pudding is a simple yet delicious dessert usually served with dulce de leche in Argentina and Uruguay. What would you pair it with?

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BrigadeiroBrigadeiro is a traditional dessert from Brazil, very similar to what we know in Mexico as chocolate truffles, made with condensed milk ganache and cocoa powder.

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Cuban Guava PastriesDiscover the sweet side of Cuba with this delicious guava pastry that will captivate all your senses.

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Passion Fruit MoussePassion fruit, or maracuyá, is native to Brazil, Colombia, and Peru. Its flavor is so rich that you can't miss this amazing mousse to satisfy your cravings.

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Suspiro LimeñoIf you want to try the perfect dessert, dare to prepare this Suspiro Limeño, a traditional dessert from Peru. It's made with dulce de leche and meringue, a soft and delicate treat!

What do you think about the sweetest part of Latin America with these typical dessert recipes?

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