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Leche Merengada

A classic chilled milk drink infused with cinnamon and lemon zest, lightened with whipped meringue for a frosty summer treat.

25 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

SpanishNon-Alcoholic DrinkStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 strips lemon peel, peeled strips
  • 2 cinnamon stick
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 4 cups whole milk, half of the 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 4 strips peeled strips lemon peel, and 2 cinnamon stick in a saucepan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat, cover, and let infuse for 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Strain the milk into a container, discard solids, and chill in the freezer for 1 hour until slushy.

  4. 4

    Beat 2 egg whites with remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.

  5. 5

    Fold whipped egg whites into the slushy milk, pour into glasses, and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon.

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Questions

Why fold instead of stir in Leche Merengada?

Step 5 reads: "Fold whipped egg whites into the slushy milk, pour into glasses, and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon." Folding keeps the air you just beat in. Stirring at step 5 would knock it out and the result would come out dense.

Can I make Leche Merengada dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Leche Merengada is 4 cups whole milk. Swap the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Leche Merengada vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 4 cups whole milk and 2 egg whites. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan non-alcoholic drink collection.

Does Leche Merengada contain eggs?

Yes: 2 egg whites. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

Which part of Leche Merengada can be done ahead?

Everything up to step 3. Step 3 is a built-in pause of 1 hour: "Strain the milk into a container, discard solids, and chill in the freezer for 1 hour until slushy." Do everything up to that point ahead of time and pick up at step 4 when you are ready to finish.

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