Traditional chilacayote candy from Guatemala

Guatemalan Dulce de Chilacayote Recipe (Crystalized Chilacayote Candy)

This is a recipe for dulce de chilacayote cristalizado or crystalized chilcacayote candy. This traditional Guatemalan candy is made with chilacayote squash, also knows as fig leaf gourd. If you’ve ever had crystalized chilacayote you know that this is a truly unique sweet. The roots and cooking method for this traditional Guatemalan recipe can be … Read more

Dulce de naranja de Guatemala, Guatemalan candied oranges

Guatemalan Naranjas en Miel Recipe (Candied Oranges Recipe)

This is an easy recipe for Guatemalan naranjas en miel or candied oranges in syrup. This Guatemalan candy or dulce típico is delicious and the recipe requires only two ingredients. If you’re looking for an amazing and easy Guatemalan dessert this is a great option. Naranjas en miel is a classic example of a popular … Read more

Guatemalan candy, dulces típicos de Guatemala

Traditional Guatemalan Candy

Guatemalan candy, also known as “dulces típicos,” are not just delicious and unique, Guatemalan sweets are also a important part of Guatemalan culture and it’s culinary traditions. If you’re looking amazing Guatemalan desserts, Guatemalan candy are a great option and there are so many varieties you’re sure to find a few favorites! In this article … Read more

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Guatemalan Fig Candy Recipe: Maleta de Higos

This is an easy recipe for guatemalan higos secos or higos cristalizados (dry sugared figs or crystalized figs) from Guatemala.This Guatemalan traditional candy is also referred to as maleta de higos (figs in a suitcase) because the sugared figs are usually served together in groups of four or five figs. Growing up in Guatemala, I was … Read more

double chocolate dipped peppermint Christmas cookies

Ultimate Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies: The Best Dark and White Chocolate Cookies

Celebrate the holiday season with these Ultimate Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies, a perfect blend of rich dark chocolate and creamy white chocolate, topped with festive peppermint. These cookies are a holiday dream come true for chocolate and peppermint lovers. The combination of a deeply flavored chocolate cookie dipped in smooth white chocolate sprinkled with crushed … Read more

Cempasuchil (marigold) cream filled pan de muerto

Cempasúchil (Marigold) Cream Filled Pan de Muerto 

In this recipe for cempasúchil (marigold) cream-filled pan de muerto, we’re taking the traditional Pan de Muerto to new heights by introducing a unique twist – filling it with a sweet marigold cream. This floral infusion adds a delicate and intriguing flavor to the traditional bread, elevating its symbolic meaning.    We love to make … Read more

Day of the Dead Cookies: Easy Skeleton Cookies Recipe

Day of the Dead Cookies: Easy Skeleton Cookies Recipe

This recipe for Day of the Dead cookies is so easy to make. A twist on the traditional gingerbread men, these skeleton cookies are so much fun to bake and decorate and delicious, too. They’re perfect for enjoying with a cup of Mexican hot chocolate or a cool glass of horchata.  Delicious and Easy Day … Read more

Marigold (cempasuchil) flan recipe for Day of the Dead

Marigold Flan Recipe – Cempasuchil Flan for Day of the Dead

Celebrate the vibrant traditions of Día De Los Muertos with a delightful twist on flan, a traditional Day of the Dead food. This easy marigold (cempasuchil) flan recipe infuses the essence of marigold (cempasuchil) flowers into a classic and beloved dessert.  Marigolds, known as cempasuchil in Spanish, hold a special place in the heart of … Read more