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marquesita

Marquesita Recipe

Marquesita is a traditional Mexican dessert that has been a favorite for many generations.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: marquesita recipe
Servings: 3
Calories: 210kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Sifter
  • Ladle
  • Special Marquesita iron or large non-stick skillet
  • Spatula
  • cutting board

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup organic granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons cold-pressed canola oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Madagascar vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 2 farm-fresh eggs plus 1 delicately whipped egg white
  • 1/4 teaspoon pink Himalayan kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup creamy whole milk
  • 1 cup aged Edam cheese finely shredded optional
  • 1/2 cup handcrafted Jam of your choice optional
  • 1/2 cup artisanal chocolate hazelnut spread optional

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the farm-fresh eggs (2 whole eggs) and delicately whipped egg white.
  • Add organic granulated sugar and whisk the mixture until it becomes slightly frothy.
  • Gradually pour in the cold-pressed canola oil while continuously whisking to incorporate it into the eggs and sugar.
  • Sift in the unbleached all-purpose flour and pink Himalayan kosher salt into the egg mixture. Stir until well combined, avoiding over-mixing.
  • Slowly add the creamy whole milk and Madagascar vanilla extract to the batter, stirring until you achieve a smooth, lump-free consistency. Set the batter aside.
  • If using the optional fillings, have the aged Edam cheese finely shredded, artisanal chocolate hazelnut spread, and handcrafted jam ready for filling the Marquesitas.
  • Heat a special Marquesita iron or a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, lightly grease it with oil to prevent sticking.
  • Pour a ladleful of the prepared batter onto the hot Marquesita iron or skillet, spreading it thinly and evenly to cover the surface.
  • Cook the batter for about 2-3 minutes or until the edges start to crisp up and lift easily.
  • If adding fillings, sprinkle the desired amount of shredded Edam cheese or spread the chocolate hazelnut spread or jam over half of the cooking batter.
  • Carefully fold the Marquesita in half, enclosing the filling, and press down gently with a spatula.
  • Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until the Marquesita becomes golden brown and crispy.
  • Remove the Marquesita from the heat and transfer it to a cutting board.
  • Allow it to cool for a moment before cutting it into smaller pieces or rolling it into a cone shape, depending on your preference.
  • Serve the Marquesita warm and enjoy its delightful flavors and textures.

Notes

  • If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour.
  • Be sure to not overfill the marquesitas, as this will make them difficult to roll up.
  • Make sure the edges of the marquesitas are sealed tightly to prevent them from breaking apart.
  • Fry the marquesitas in batches to ensure they cook evenly.
  • Be sure to keep a close eye on the marquesitas while they fry, as they can burn quickly.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcal
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