Leche asada is a Latin American dessert featuring a creamy, custard-like texture. It is prepared with caramelized sugar, whole milk, eggs, and vanilla, This 4-ingredient homestyle dessert recipe is simple yet rich treat enjoyed chilled, offering a classic taste reminiscent of flan.
Creating a zero-waste leche asada involves using excess or soon-to-expire milk and eggs to make this creamy dessert from South America. By repurposing these ingredients, you minimize food waste while savoring a delightful cuisines that brings together simplicity, classic taste, and sustainability.
Similar to creme brulee and my eggless milk cake, and Mishti Doi sweets, this is my go-to dessert recipe when I clean up refrigerator.
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Recipe Inspiration
I had my first taste of leche asada many many years ago at a Latin American restaurant. As I took my first spoonful, the smooth, velvety texture captivated my palate. The flavor was a harmonious blend of sweetened milk and a subtle hint of vanilla, creating a symphony of deliciousness that left me longing for more. Ever since I realized how easy it was to make it at home, I became a pro making it!
You will love the The simplicity of the ingredients and the straightforward preparation process. I often make it in Air fryer but you can also make it in oven. You can scale the recipe up and down to make enough to feed just one-or two people or a large crowd.
Highlights
Making leche asada with creamier texture is a great culinary choice due to its simplicity, affordable ingredients, classic taste, and versatile nature. It's a type of flan dessert that can easily become a go-to option for satisfying your sweet tooth without a fuss.
- Simple Ingredients
- Ease of preparation
- Inexpensive
- classic taste
- versatile presentation
- Make ahead option
List of Ingredients
- Whole milk : For creamy texture I prefer to use whole milk. You can also use whipping cream or heavy cream
- Sugar : You can use white sugar or raw sugar.
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract : Tablespoon vanilla extract adds nice earthy flavors.
It doesn't get easier than that.
How to Make
Prepare Custard Mixture
In a medium saucepan, over medium-high heat the milk over medium heat until it's warm but not boiling. Remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until well combined. You can also use a blender to make the smoother texture.
Slowly add the warm milk to the egg and sugar mixture, stirring continuously to avoid curdling the eggs. Add the vanilla extract and continue to mix until the ingredients are well incorporated.
How to make Leche Asada in air Fryer
Pour the mixture into silicon molds or ramekins that fit into your air fryer. Arrange them into air fryer basket. Sprinkle some sugar over the top. Air fry at 350 F for 40-50 minutes until the leche asada is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once done, let it cool, then refrigerate for a few hours or overnight before serving. Garnish as desired and enjoy !
How to Make Leche Asada in the oven
Preheat the oven to 350F or 180C. Pour the prepared mixture into a baking dish. Place the baking dish in the oven. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-60 minutes or until the leche asada is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once done, let it cool, then refrigerate for a few hours or overnight before serving.
Leche asada is typically served chilled and can be enjoyed on its own or with a drizzle of caramel sauce on top. It has a smooth, creamy texture and a deliciously rich flavor.
Serving : Leche asada with caramel color is often enjoyed on its own or with a drizzle of caramel sauce on top, making it a delightful treat for those with a sweet tooth.
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- Cinnamon Sugar Biscuit Bites
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Leche asada is a popular dessert in many Latin American countries, particularly in Peru and Chile. The name "leche asada" translates to "roasted milk" in English. It is a creamy and custard-like dessert with a rich flavor, somewhat similar to flan or caramel custard.
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Leche Asada Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it’s warm but not boiling. Remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until well combined. Slowly add the warm milk to the egg and sugar mixture, stirring continuously to avoid curdling the eggs. Add the vanilla extract and continue to mix until the ingredients are well incorporated.
How to make Leche Asada in Air Fryer
- Pour the mixture into silicon molds or ramekins that fit into your air fryer. Arrange them into air fryer basket. Sprinkle some sugar over the top. Air fry at 350 F for 40-50 minutes until the leche asada is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once done, let it cool, then refrigerate for a few hours or overnight before serving. Garnish as desired and enjoy !
How to Make leche asada in the oven
- Preheat the oven to 350F or 180C. Pour the prepared mixture into a baking dish. Place the baking dish in the oven. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-60 minutes or until the leche asada is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once done, let it cool, then refrigerate for a few hours or overnight before serving.
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Pratibha
looks great... yummy