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Leche Frita (Spanish Fried Milk)

Heavenly Leche Frita: Indulge in Easy Spanish Fried Milk

Experience the magic of Leche Frita, a delightful Spanish fried milk dessert that's easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Milk Mixture
  • 4 cups Whole Milk Can substitute with dairy-free milk.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can replace with a sugar substitute.
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick Ground cinnamon can be used.
  • 1 piece Lemon Peel Lemon extract is an alternative.
  • 1 piece Orange Peel Orange extract can be used.
For the Thicker Mixture
  • 3 tablespoons Cornstarch Use for gluten-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Opt for gluten-free flour if needed.
For Coating and Frying
  • 2 cups Sunflower Oil Can substitute with canola oil.
  • 2 large Eggs Flaxseed mixture can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 cup Flour (for coating) Cornstarch can be used for gluten-free.
For Topping
  • 1/2 cup Powdered/Granulated Sugar Combined with cinnamon for topping.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Equipment

  • Pot
  • bowl
  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • Baking Dish
  • Spatula
  • Kitchen thermometer

Method
 

How to Make Leche Frita
  1. In a pot, boil 4 cups of whole milk along with lemon peel, orange peel, sugar, and a cinnamon stick until aromatic. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk 3 tablespoons of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour with the remaining milk until completely dissolved.
  3. Strain the infused milk into a larger pot to remove the peels and stick. Add the cornstarch-flour mixture, then cook on medium-high heat, stirring until thick.
  4. Pour the thickened mixture into a lined baking dish, spread evenly, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  5. Once firm, remove the mixture from the dish and cut into desired shapes. Coat each piece in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and roll in cinnamon-sugar.
  6. Heat enough sunflower oil in a skillet until it reaches 350°F. Fry the coated pieces until golden brown.
  7. Once fried, drain the pieces on paper towels and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enjoy with fresh fruit or honey for added flavor. Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure proper oil temperature.

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