When we think about Mexican food, we usually go to spicy and savory dishes, sides of rice and beans, or tortillas wrapped around flavorful fillings. But Mexican food isn’t without its sweeter offerings. Mexican cuisine is also known for its traditional desserts. It’s hard to pick a favorite, so we’re looking at three popular choices: flan, tres leches, and sopapillas.
You’ll love our desserts at El Tapatio! Let’s dig into the details of three of our favorites: flan, tres leches, and sopapillas.
Flan
Flan, often referred to as the “crown jewel” of Mexican desserts, is a velvety caramel custard marked by its smooth texture and rich flavor. The custard itself is a simple combination of basic ingredients: eggs, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla. But the magic happens when we coast the custard with caramel. Flan usually bakes in a water bath, ensuring a silky consistency that melts in your mouth. The golden, caramelized top brings the perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess that makes flan an enduring favorite.
Tres Leches
Tres leches, translating to “three milks,” is a decadent sponge cake soaked in a trio of evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream. The result is a dessert that harmonizes spongy cake and creamy sweetness. Topped with a layer of whipped cream or fresh fruit, tres leches is an irresistible medley of textures and flavors. Somehow, every bite is better than the last.
Sopapillas
Sopapillas are pillows of deep-fried dough that puff up into light and airy pastries, often drizzled with honey or dusted with powdered sugar. There are many variations of sopapillas throughout Latin America, but the Mexican version is simple and versatile. You can serve them warm or at room temperature, making them a delightful end to any Mexican meal. The combination of the crispy exterior and soft, doughy interior creates topped with sweet syrup makes the ideal Mexican comfort food.
Traditional Mexican Desserts from El Tapatio
At El Tapatio, we give you an authentic experience, from chips and salsa on the table to the dessert that wraps up your meal. Flan, tres leches, and sopapillas may be popular, but we have other offerings that you’ll love just as much. You’ll just have to keep coming back so you can try them all!