Chilean – Suspiro Limeno

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 13

Sweet and creamy Chilean dessert - Suspiro Limeno

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

418

Sugar

54g

Fat

13g

Suspiro Limeno is a well-known dessert in Chile, Peru, and other South American countries. This sweet and creamy dessert is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth, especially if you have a love for condensed milk. The name 'Suspiro Limeno' means 'Sigh from Lima', which adds a touch of romance to the dessert's history.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, pour the sweetened condensed milk and evaporated milk and stir well.
2.	Over medium heat, cook the milk mixture for 20 minutes, stirring constantly so it doesn't stick to the bottom.
3.	After 20 minutes, whisk in the egg yolks and vanilla extract and stir well.
4.	Reduce heat to low and cook for another 10-15 minutes, continuously stirring the mixture until it thickens.
5.	In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until they are stiff, then gradually add in the confectioners' sugar and cinnamon (if using).
6.	Once the milk mixture has thickened, take it off the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
7.	Serve the milk mixture in individual bowls and top with the beaten egg whites mixture

PROS

Suspiro Limeno has a creamy, sweet texture that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

The recipe is easy and requires just a few ingredients.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories, so it should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Suspiro Limeno is not a particularly healthy dessert, it does contain egg whites which are a great source of protein.
Additionally, cinnamon (if used) has been linked to improving blood sugar control and reducing inflammation.

	1 can sweetened condensed milk
	1 can evaporated milk
	1 tablespoon vanilla extract
	2 egg yolks , beaten
	2 egg whites , beaten
	1 cup confectioners ' sugar
	1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon ( optional )