Papaya Sweet (dulce De Lechosa)

Papaya Sweet, also known as Dulce de Lechosa, is a traditional Venezuelan dessert made from ripe papayas cooked in a sweet syrup. This delightful treat is often enjoyed during special occasions and celebrations.

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Papaya Sweet (dulce De Lechosa)

Ingredients

  • 1 large ripe papaya, peeled, seeded, and cut into thin strips
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine the water, sugar, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. Add the papaya strips to the pot and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the papaya is translucent and the syrup has thickened.
  3. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and lemon juice. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
  4. Transfer the papaya sweet to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
0g
Protein
1g

Supplies

Large pot Serving dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Stirring spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the papaya sweet chilled, topped with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream.

Tips & tricks

For best results, use ripe papayas for a naturally sweet flavor in the dessert.

Cost

$8