Next May 7 is Mother’s Day 2023. Since it falls on a Sunday, it offers a perfect chance to gather the family around the table and share a delicious meal. If someone wants to stand out on that day, give the sweethearts joy with three tasty desserts. What’s on the menu today? They are quick to make and won’t clutter the kitchen. In some cases you won’t even need to turn on the oven.
carrot cakes
Biscuit desserts rank high for their mild flavor and how simple they are to make and transport. They pair wonderfully with a mug of milk or coffee and often don’t need any extra adornment to be enjoyed.
- Carrots 250 grams
- Sunflower oil 150 milliliters
- Wheat flour 200 grams
- Sugar 100 grams
- Eggs 4
- Cake yeast 10 grams
- Salt a pinch
- Chop the carrot and blend it with the oil until smooth.
- Beat the eggs with the sugar until the mixture is light and airy.
- Add the carrot paste and oil. Sift in the flour and yeast, then add a pinch of salt.
- Stir everything thoroughly with a spatula until a thick orange batter forms.
- Prepare a removable or tall mold by oiling and dusting with flour, then line with baking paper.
- Pour the batter into the mold and bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes. If a toothpick comes out clean, it is ready. Important: avoid opening the oven during the first 15 minutes to prevent the cake from falling.
- Cool for 10 minutes after baking, unmold, then place on a rack to finish cooling. Ready to serve!
Rice pudding
Rice pudding stands as a classic Spanish pastry. While getting the texture just right can feel tricky, the method stays simple and direct.
- Round rice 100 grams
- Whole milk 1 liter
- Lemon zest
- Orange zest
- Cinnamon stick
- Cinnamon powder
- Sugar 70 grams
- Butter 10 grams
- Warm the milk with the rice, citrus peels and cinnamon sticks in a saucepan, stirring regularly. The liquid should be very hot but not boiling.
- When hot, simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to prevent sticking and to help the rice release starch for a creamy texture that pleases the palate.
- After about 45 minutes, add the sugar and finish cooking for another 10 minutes until the grains are soft.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the butter. Remove the cinnamon stick and citrus peels, then mix well and let cool, stirring occasionally to avoid a dry crust on the surface.
- Portion into individual bowls and allow to cool. A dash of cinnamon powder can be sprinkled on top, with an extra cinnamon stick as a garnish if desired.
Oreo glasses
Among the three desserts, this is the easiest to prepare. It delivers a sweet and slightly savory vibe with a soft, creamy texture and a crisp cookie top. No baking is required, and it can be ready in under an hour, making it a hit for kids and adults alike.
- Oreo cookies 200 grams
- Cream cheese 250 grams
- Cream for cooking 100 milliliters
- Sugar 50 grams
- Blend the Oreo filling with the cream cheese, cooking cream and sugar until a soft, pourable cream forms.
- Crush the cookies into fine crumbs.
- Create a glass by placing roughly one centimeter of cookie crumbs at the bottom and pressing lightly for stability.
- Top with the creamy mixture, leaving space for a final layer of cookies.
- Finish with the remaining cookies on top. Freeze for about 30 minutes and then refrigerate until serving. If desired, serve straight from the freezer after dinner for a truly chilled treat.