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Peruvian Suspiro Limeña Recipe

Suspiro de Limeña, or Suspiro Limeño in English, is a traditional Peruvian dessert that translates to "sigh of a lady of Lima." It features two distinct layers: a creamy dulce de leche base topped with a meringue-like layer.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Peruvian
Servings 6
Calories 315 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Sweetened condensed milk - 2 cans (28 oz.)
  • Evaporated milk - 1 can (12 oz.)
  • Egg yolks - 4
  • Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
  • Egg whites - 4
  • Granulated sugar - 1 cup
  • Pisco or port wine - 2 tbsp

Instructions
 

  • in a saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and egg yolks. Cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow it to cool.

For the Meringue Topping:

  • In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form.
  • Gradually add sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
  • Fold in Pisco or port wine gently.
  • Spoon the cooled Manjar Blanco into serving glasses or bowls.
  • Top with the meringue mixture, creating peaks with a spoon.
  • Use a kitchen torch to lightly brown the meringue or place under a broiler for a few seconds.

Nutrition

Calories: 315kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 9gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 154mgSugar: 47g
Keyword Peruvian Suspiro Limeña Recipe
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