Milhojas facts for kids
Bakery with Milhojas
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| Type | Dessert |
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| Place of origin | France or Spain |
| Region or state | Europe, Americas |
| Associated national cuisine | Spain, Argentina, Ecuador, Colombia, Chile, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, Portugal, UK (Gibraltar), Uruguay, Venezuela |
| Main ingredients | Layers of puff pastry |
Milhojas are super yummy desserts made from many thin layers of crispy pastry. Imagine a stack of very thin, buttery crackers, but sweet! These layers are usually filled with delicious creams like custard, regular cream, or a sweet caramel spread called dulce de leche. Sometimes they have a creamy mix of condensed milk, sugar, and vanilla, or even white chocolate. Milhojas are popular in many countries, especially in Spain and across Latin America. They are a type of dessert known as a "mille feuille", which means "thousand leaves" in French. This name perfectly describes their many layers!
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What are Milhojas?
Milhojas are a kind of sweet treat that looks like a tall stack. They are made from a special dough called puff pastry. This dough is folded and rolled many times. This process makes it separate into lots of thin layers when it bakes. The word "milhojas" itself means "thousand sheets" in Spanish. This name really fits because of all the thin layers in the pastry.
The Delicious Layers
The main part of a milhoja is the crispy puff pastry. After the pastry is baked, it becomes light and flaky. Between these flaky layers, different yummy fillings are added.
Popular Fillings
- Custard: This is a thick, creamy filling made from milk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla. It's a classic choice.
- Cream: Sometimes, simple whipped cream is used for a light and airy taste.
- Dulce de Leche: This is a sweet, thick caramel sauce. It's very popular in Latin American countries.
- Other Fillings: You might also find milhojas with a creamy mix of condensed milk, sugar, and vanilla, or even white chocolate.
Where are Milhojas Popular?
Milhojas are enjoyed in many parts of the world. They are a big part of the food culture in Spain. You can also find them all over the Americas.
Countries That Love Milhojas
- South America: Countries like Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela all have their own versions.
- Central America: El Salvador, Guatemala, and Mexico also enjoy this layered dessert.
- Europe: Besides Spain, milhojas are also found in Portugal and even in Gibraltar, which is part of the UK.
Each country might have its own special way of making or decorating milhojas. Some might add a dusting of powdered sugar on top. Others might drizzle chocolate or add fruit.
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Milhojas from Madrid
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Milhojas with two creams (cream and custard)
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Coffee with a milhoja and another pastry in Murcia
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See also
In Spanish: Milhojas para niños
