Pastel Galletas (Cookie Cake)

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 14

How to make Pastel Galletas (Cookie Cake)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

6 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 can sweetened condensed milk
	1 can evaporated milk
	1 package cream cheese , softened
	8 small limes , juiced
	1 package Mexican Maria cookies ( galletas Marias )
	1 can fruit cocktail , drained
	1 can sliced peaches , drained

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

41g

Fat

Pastel Galletas, also known as Cookie Cake, is a popular Mexican dessert that combines the flavors of tangy lime, sweet fruit, and creamy milk. This no-bake recipe is easy to make and perfect for serving a crowd at a party or gathering. It's similar in texture to a traditional cake, but with layers of Mexican Maria cookies instead of cake layers. The cookies become soft and moist after being soaked in the creamy milk mixture, giving the dessert a unique texture and flavor.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and softened cream cheese until smooth.
2.	Add the juice of 8 small limes to the mixture and whisk until fully incorporated.
3.	In a 9x13 inch baking dish, line the bottom with a layer of Mexican Maria cookies (galletas Marias).
4.	Pour a layer of the milk mixture over the cookies, then add a layer of fruit cocktail and a layer of sliced peaches.
5.	Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used up, ending with a layer of the milk mixture on top.
6.	Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
7.	Once chilled, slice and serve.

PROS

The combination of tangy lime and sweet fruit make this cookie cake a refreshing and unique dessert option.

It’s easy to make and perfect for serving a crowd at a party or gathering.

CONS

This dessert can be quite sweet, so it’s best to enjoy in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain some nutrients from the fruit and dairy products.
The lime in this recipe is a good source of vitamin C, which can help support a healthy immune system.