Yaya’s Leche Nevada

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 14

Traditional Filipino dessert recipe - Yaya's Leche Nevada

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

350

Sugar

35g

Fat

Yaya's Leche Nevada is a popular dessert in the Philippines, often served during special occasions like birthdays and holidays. This sweet and creamy dish is made with milk, eggs, and sugar, and is often topped with cinnamon or a cherry. The dessert has a rich and velvety texture, which makes it a crowd favorite. Leche Nevada translates to 'snowy milk' in English, which is fitting given its light and fluffy consistency.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, heat 4 cups of milk over low heat until it's warm but not boiling.
2.	In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, set aside.
3.	In another bowl, beat egg yolks with ½ cup of sugar until light and fluffy, then add 3 tablespoons of sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
4.	Gradually pour the egg mixture into the warm milk while continuously stirring.
5.	Cook the mixture on low heat while constantly stirring for about 12-15 minutes or until it thickens.
6.	Remove the mixture from the heat and fold in the beaten egg whites until well combined. Make sure to mix it properly. Let the mixture cool down.
7.	Scoop the Leche Nevada mixture into a bowl and chill it in the freezer for at least an hour or until it firms up and is ready to serve.

PROS

Yaya’s Leche Nevada is a sweet and creamy dessert that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
It’s also easy to make and requires just a few ingredients.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation if you are watching your weight.
It also contains sugar and eggs, which may not be suitable for some people with dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Yaya’s Leche Nevada may not be the healthiest dessert option, it does contain some health benefits. Milk is rich in calcium, protein, and other essential nutrients that are important for maintaining good health. Eggs are also a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.

	4 cups milk
	4 eggs , divided
	1/2 cup sugar
	3 tablespoons sugar
	3 tablespoons cornstarch
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract