Do not get intimidated by the sound of Cuban desserts because you might have tried such desserts before and never even found out about their origin. Leche is one such Cuban dessert that is famous across the world but we do not know that it is Cuban in the first place.

At least we didn't until lately when we started to learn and explore this cuisine more. We will pick the example of the classic Leche to teach you more about this dessert section all the way from Cuba. Let's get started, shall we?

Know more about Cuban desserts_ A classic Leche for desserts

With milk and eggs being the primary ingredients for making the dish, this dessert is also flavored with caramel. The creme caramel with cream custard is not only delectable but a treat to the eyes as well. You will be delighted to find out that Cuban desserts like this can be preserved for a long time. Being a regular dessert around the world, most of us are aware of this sweet dish. If you haven't tried out this before then you should know that we have decrypted the recipe for you.

However, often people are confused between Leche and caramel creme! Let us solve the confusion for you right away. Let us be very clear here. In case you are making Leche, you should not use any cream in the dessert unlike the creme caramel, the name of which suggests that cream is used in this particular recipe.

In a typical Leche, Condensed milk is used along with whole milk to create the creamy essence and also add to the sweetness of the dessert. While creme caramel is light, Leche on the other hand is much more dense compared to the former.

Resembling a cold custard, a classic Leche on the table makes it hard for a dessert lover to resist. Both the taste and texture are commendable and will certainly leave you satiated at the end of the brunch session.

The story behind the ordination of Leche dessert

Also known as Leche flan, this is a dessert that originated for the first time in the 1500s when the Spanish colonized the region of the Philippines. Later this idea of the desserts spread to other parts of the world as well. Since eggs and milk were the primary components of this recipe, Leche means milk, and the dessert was called Leche de flan. Caramelized sugar within the chilled custard is a dessert that you will certainly love during the summer season.

Learn to make Leche

To know more about traditional Cuban Desserts, you have to learn first about a particular one so that it gets easier with the rest.

Making a typical Leche at home is very easy as long as you have the tips and the instructions at your fingertips. Soon we'll be sharing a bunch of recipes which shall include leche and the measurement of every ingredient to get it right. But here is a general overview to inspire you to go to the kitchen first and settle upon a dessert.

Start with beating the eggs first. With the usage of a fork or a hand mixer, you can ensure that the beating is smooth. Then the whole milk is followed by the Condensed milk added to it slowly and gradually. Ensure that everything blends well without any lumps in the mixture.

Next, let's move on to the rest of the steps. Grab your baking pan and then sprinkle some sugar on top of it. Ensure that you are putting gloves on so you don't end up burning your palms. As beginners, these are the steps or precautions that we often skip but of course, we shouldn't. Wait for the sugar to melt and then caramelize. Now add the mixture to the mold and cover it up with a foil.

Steaming needs to be done for at least thirty minutes until you acquire the ideal consistency. So with that your delusions Leche is ready to be served as desserts after the main course. Call it a complete and fulfilling meal with such a hearty dessert waiting at the end.

As long as you are careful during the process of baking, your Leche will turn out fine. Do not overbake or the texture might toughen and you don't want that, do you?

That is all about Leche! Now you will come across so many traditional Cuban recipes for desserts. We have prepared an entire list for you below.

If you are confused about which to pick, go through them carefully and select the one that is easiest for you as a beginner with Cuban desserts. In a few hours more you will be enjoying a delectable and rich dessert.

Traditional Cuban Desserts That Will Transport You to Cuba

1. Easy Cuban Flan

2. Cuban Guava Pastelitos

3. Natilla Cubana - Fat Girl Hedonist

4. Cuban Flan

10. Natilla Recipe

11. Guava Coconut Cookies

15. Mango Pastelitos

16. Easy Buñuelos Recipe

22. Cuban Guava Pastries