Ah, let me tell ya, Suspiro de Limeña, that sweet treat from Peru, is somethin’ special! It’s been around since way back in the 1800s, brought together with all them ingredients from Spain during the time of the colonization. Now, don’t go thinkin’ it’s hard to make, ‘cause it’s really just a simple dessert if you got the right stuff. I’m gonna tell ya what goes into this yummy dish so you can try makin’ it yourself, too!

First thing you need to know is the base of this dessert, which is a kind of creamy custard. The main ingredient in this creamy layer is evaporated milk, mixed with a little condensed milk to give it that thick and sweet flavor. You can’t forget the eggs—they help hold everything together, like glue for a pie, and give the dessert its nice smooth texture.
Now, you’ll need sugar too, ‘cause you know it’s gotta be sweet, right? About one and a half cups of it to make sure the dessert tastes just right. But wait, we ain’t done yet! We also add some port wine—that’s what gives Suspiro de Limeña that little kick. Not too much though, just enough to give it a nice flavor without being overpowerin’. And, of course, don’t forget a bit of vanilla to bring it all together. It’s like the magic ingredient that makes everything smell and taste heavenly.
So, if you’re makin’ this at home, here’s what you need to gather:
- 1 cup of evaporated milk
- 1 cup of condensed milk
- 5 eggs (make sure they’re fresh!)
- 1 and 1/2 cups of sugar
- 1 cup of port wine
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla
It’s real simple, you see? Just get these things, and you’re on your way to makin’ a treat that’ll make anyone’s mouth water! Don’t forget, when you finish makin’ the creamy base, you gotta top it off with a dustin’ of cinnamon powder—that’s what really makes it look pretty and adds a little extra flavor.
So there you have it, the main ingredients of Suspiro de Limeña. Now go on, try it out. Once you get a taste of this sweet, creamy, wine-infused dessert, you’ll see why folks from Lima have loved it for so long. It’s a little piece of history, and it sure is delicious!

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