15 Treats for Mexican Dessert Table
Looking to add fiesta magic to your dessert table? These treats for a Mexican dessert table will bring vibrant flavors to your next party, from sweet and crunchy to creamy and spicy! I’ve handpicked the best treats that will make your taste buds dance the salsa. Get ready to indulge in these delicious and colorful Mexican desserts!
Mexican Apple Pie
I made this amazing apple pie last fall, and I think about it regularly! It is superb for the party, too, as you can eat it both by hand or off fancy plates. The flavor is outstanding – caramelly, warm, and juicy!
Concha Cupcakes
This is a slightly different take on traditional Mexican Pan Dulce, but it is still delicious! The aroma of the concha cupcakes is pure heaven—warm and citrusy because of the cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and orange zest in the dough.
Pumpkin Pie Tacos
This inventive dessert can add a unique and festive touch to the table, blending well with other Mexican sweets and offering guests a creative and tasty new way to enjoy pumpkin pie.
Churros
Churros are so delish they should be plastered on a Mexican flag! They are crunchy on the outside and doughnut-y on the inside—perfect for dipping into chocolate sauce or caramel. P.S. For a party, serve them in shot glasses with some sauce so everyone can have their individual portion.
Chocoflan Cupcakes
If you have the skill to make the original chocoflan “impossible” cake – go for it! This here, though, is my simpler version ideal for parties, as it is in the form of the cupcake, but still very delish.
Strawberry Crunch Tacos
What is Mexican spread without tacos? These are incredibly crunchy, coated in white chocolate, and filled with tangy cream cheese – they will be a hit, I promise!
Cajeta Empanadas
Sweet empanadas are usually slept on, but not in my world, as these are some of my favorite desserts ever. For a real Mexican experience, stuff them with dulce de leche or cajeta (Mexican caramel) and enjoy the layers of goodness.
Dulce de Leche Truffles
Dulce de leche is a Mexican staple, so be sure that these creamy bites are a real delicacy. You can make it with only a few ingredients, but don’t forget to roll the fudge balls into cinnamon sugar for some texture and enhanced flavor.
Tres Leches Cake in a Cup
There is no cake as moist as tres leches! The classic vanilla cake submerged in three different types of milk is like heaven on the palate. This is a recipe for singular cakes in jars, so you can eat and mingle at the same time.
Conchas
There is no Mexican dessert spread without aromatic conchas. Cloudy on the inside and crunchy on the outside, they will be a star of any get-together!
Fresas con Crema
Juicy, ripe, ruby-red strawberries in duo with sweet cream are a summer staple! Fresas con crema are immaculate when chilled very well, so serve them in an ice tub.
Apple Pie Enchiladas
I don’t know how many times I made these last fall and winter – apple pie enchiladas are a perfect warm-flavored treat. You can slice them into smaller, bite-size pieces and serve them with a toothpick, so no one needs to sit down to devour them.
Sopapillas
I think sopapillas on this list are pretty much self-explanatory! The doughy, puffed-up pillows coated in powdered or cinnamon sugar are crowd-pleasers and will probably be the first ones gone!
Mexican Fruit Salad in Cups
Fruit salads are awesome, but Mexican ones are something special. Ripe, sweet, juicy fruit (like pineapple, mango, papaya, watermelon, and jicama) sprinkled with some spicy Tajìn or chili-lime seasoning is unmatched!
Mexican Wedding Cookies
Okay, these are so good, it is a shame to gate-keep them for weddings only! Mexican cookies are in top 3 cookies I’ve ever had – buttery, crunchy, tender, and perfectly-sized for parties.
Helado de Horchata
This Mexican ice cream marries almonds, rice, vanilla, and cinnamon, all drowned in a milky liquid. The flavor is rich, smooth, luxurious, and decadent – amazing for summer get-togethers!
Hey, chefs, bakers, and confectioners – thank you for the inspiration, recipes, and ideas for treats to create the ultimate Mexican dessert table!
