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Jalisco Jericalla

Jalisco Jericalla prepared dish

Jericalla is a traditional mexican dessert from jalisco, similar to flan but with a unique flavor profile. This creamy custard is infused with vanilla and cinnamon, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.

This recipe is mexican style, dessert, scaled for 6 servings, with 15 min prep and 45 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 45 min · Total: 60 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include whole milk, granulated sugar, cinnamon stick, cornstarch.
  • Follow all 11 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 stick cinnamon stick
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a saucepan, combine the whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and the cinnamon stick over medium heat.
  3. Heat the mixture until it is hot but not boiling, then remove from heat and let it steep for about 10 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, whisk the eggs and cornstarch together until smooth.
  5. Gradually pour the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to prevent curdling.
  6. Strain the mixture to remove the cinnamon stick and any coagulated egg bits.
  7. Pour the custard mixture into individual ramekins or a baking dish.
  8. Place the ramekins in a baking pan and fill the pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes, or until the custard is set and a knife inserted comes out clean.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
  11. Serve chilled, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 180
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 70 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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