50+ Easy Mexican Dessert Recipes for Cinco de Mayo

Foodomania

Mon, May 5, 2025 at 12:45 PM UTC

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Cinco de Mayo is celebrated on May 5, 2024, to commemorate Mexico's victory over France in the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
Cinco de Mayo celebrations in the United States have become popular, with many people enjoying Mexican-themed parties and a variety of delicious Mexican dessert recipes.
From churros to tres leches cake, there are numerous easy Mexican dessert recipes that can add an authentic touch to any Cinco de Mayo celebration at home.

Cinco de Mayo takes place on Sunday, May 5, 2024, and while the holiday has a deep history in Mexico, Cinco de Mayo celebrations have become widely popular in the United States too. Commemorating the Battle of Puebla in 1862, this national holiday commemorates the day the Mexican army secured victory over France during the Second Franco-Mexican War.

And while Cinco de Mayo parties held across America can range from rowdy to relaxed, one thing's for sure—there will always be plenty of Cinco de Mayo appetizers , Mexican side dishes , and delicious Mexican dessert recipes to enjoy.

If you want to skip the crowded restaurants and throw a laidback fiesta this year, it's quite easy to plan a Mexican-themed celebration at home, complete with some fantastic Mexican dessert recipes for Cinco de Mayo. Here are 50 of our favorites you are sure to love.

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Best Mexican Desserts

Churros, caramel flan, tres leches cake and apple enchiladas are just a few easy Mexican desserts to add a touch of authenticity to your dessert table on May 5, making this Cinco de Mayo the sweetest yet!

Desserts For Cinco de Mayo

Dulce de Leche

This caramel-like sauce is key to so many Mexican desserts.

Get the recipe: Dulce de Leche

Cherry Pie Chimichangas

Cream cheese and cherry pie filling in a crispy shell dusted with cinnamon sugar.

Get the recipe: Cherry Pie Chimichangas

Cinco de Mayo Popsicles

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Fresh flavors of lime, strawberry and coconut make these festive extra delicious.

Get the recipe: Cinco de Mayo Popsicles

Caramel Cinnamon Apple Enchiladas

A super simple dessert that tastes like apple pie in a wrap.

Get the recipe: Caramel Cinnamon Apple Enchiladas

Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars

These sweet squares are so addictive, you won't be able to eat just one.

Get the recipe: Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars

Marzipan Dark Chocolate Truffle

The perfect little dark chocolate bite.

Get the recipe: Marzipan Dark Chocolate Truffle

Seven-Minute Microwave Caramels

These caramels are rich, buttery, creamy and so easy to make.

Get the recipe: Seven-Minute Microwave Caramels

Chocolate Covered Caramels

These take those easy microwave caramels to the next level with a rich chocolate covering.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Covered Caramels

Three Dessert Tacos

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(Bigger Bolder Baking)

Learn how to make some fun dessert tacos with sweet, yummy fillings!

Get the recipe: Three Dessert Tacos

Bionico (Mexican Fruit Salad)

Served in many Mexican ice cream shops, mixed fruit is covered in a tasty cream.

Get the recipe: Bionico (Mexican Fruit Salad)

Spicy Chili Chocolate Cookies

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(Completely Delicious)

Spiced with cinnamon, cayenne pepper and a chili chocolate bar, these fudgy cookies will add some heat to your party.

Get the recipe: Spicy Chili Chocolate Cookies

Tres Leches Ice Cream

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(Confessions of a Chocoholic)

Inspired by the beloved tres leches cake, this decadent ice cream doesn't require an ice cream maker!

Get the recipe: Tres Leches Ice Cream

Fried Ice Cream

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Everyone's favorite Mexican restaurant dessert can now be made at home.

Get the recipe: Fried Ice Cream

Pumpkin Churro Waffles

Who says waffles can't be for dessert?

Get the recipe: Pumpkin Churro Waffles

Dulce de Leche Brownies

You can use store-bought or homemade dulce de leche for these rich brownies.

Get the recipe: Dulce de Leche Brownies

Churro French Toast

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(Dessert Now Dinner Later)

Gotta love it when a breakfast recipe can double as a dessert treat.

Get the recipe: Churro French Toast

Banana Fritters on a Stick With Peanut Sugar and Mexican Chocolate Sauce

Any food tastes better when it's on a stick and dipped in chocolate.

Get the recipe: Banana Fritters On A Stick With Peanut Sugar + Mexican Chocolate Sauce

Chocolate Dipped Coconut Tres Leches Cronuts

A chocolate-covered donut and croissant hybrid you won't be able to stop eating.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Dipped Coconut Tres Leches Cronuts

Churro Milkshakes With Dulce de Leche

So much better than any ice cream stand.

Get the recipe: Churro Milkshakes With Dulce de Leche

Cinnamon Sugar Nutella Quesadilla

You know any quesadilla that is stuffed with Nutella is going to be delicious.

Get the recipe: Cinnamon Sugar Nutella Quesadilla

Mexican Samoas Cookies

A favorite Girl Scout cookie just got better with cinnamon sugar and dulce de leche.

Get the recipe: Mexican Samoas Cookies

Easy Cajeta (Mexican Caramel)

Made with only five ingredients, you won't believe how easy thisis.

Get the recipe: Easy Cajeta (Mexican Caramel)

Tres Leches Cake

The quintessential Mexican dessert is soft and delicious and will melt in your mouth.

Get the recipe: Tres Leches Cake

Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas

Fry up a sweet twist on a traditionally savory dish.

Get the recipe: Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas

Rice Pudding

After one bite, it will be easy to see why this is Mexican comfort food.

Get the recipe: Rice Pudding

Raspberry Chocolate Chip Quesadilla

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(Mommy's Home Cooking)

Raspberry and chocolate are such a terrific flavor combo.

Get the recipe: Raspberry Chocolate Chip Quesadilla

Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding)

A bread pudding made with cinnamon, cloves, raisins, cheese and more.

Get the recipe: Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding)

Mexican Chocolate Bundt Cake With Tequila Almond Liqueur Ganache

How can you make chocolate cake better? Add tequila, of course!

Get the recipe: Mexican Chocolate Bundt Cake with Tequila Almond Liqueur Ganache

Mexican Wedding Cookies

These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are usually a Christmas favorite but can be enjoyed at any time.

Get the recipe: Biscochos + Video

15 Minute Churro Sticks

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(OMG Chocolate Desserts)

The kids will love these easy and quick churro sticks.

Get the recipe: 15 Minute Churro Sticks

Classic Alfajores

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(Pretty Simple Sweet)

A dulce de leche sandwich cookie rolled in coconut.

Get the recipe: Alfajores (Dulce de Leche Sandwich Cookies)

Dessert Nachos

Nacho lovers will be so happy to have them for dessert.

Get the recipe: Dessert Nachos

Margarita Cupcakes

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(Sally's Baking Addiction)

Have your margarita and frosting too!

Get the recipe: Margarita Cupcakes

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Watermelon Mint Paletas

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(Satori Design for Living)

Made with fresh watermelon and Greek yogurt for a cool treat on a hot day.

Get the recipe: Watermelon Mint Paletas

Caramel Flan

A baked custard dessert that will be the star of your meal.

Get the recipe: Double-Caramel Flan Recipe

Peanut Horchata Sorbet

Ceylon cinnamon gives this sorbet the classic Horchata flavor.

Get the recipe: Peanut Horchata Sorbet Recipe

Spicy Pineapple and Tequila Sorbet

You can actually make this non-alcoholic so the kids can enjoy it too.

Get the recipe: Spicy Pineapple and Tequila Sorbet

Homemade Marzipan

Tastes a little like an Almond Joy candy bar.

Get the recipe: Marzipan

Bizcochitos (Anise Cinnamon Sugar Cookies)

An anise-flavored cookie dipped in cinnamon sugar.

Get the recipe: (Anise Cinnamon Sugar Cookies) Bizcochitos

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Coconut Flan

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(The Things We'll Make)

Traditional flan is made even better with the flavor of coconut.

Get the recipe: Coconut Flan Recipe

No Bake Margarita Pie

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(The Wimpy Vegetarian)

Who can't love a no-bake dessert that tastes like a festive cocktail?

Get the recipe: No-Bake Margarita Pie With a Pretzel Crust

Mini Dessert Empanadas

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Any dessert in mini form is more fun.

Get the recipe: Mini Dessert Empanadas (Empanaditas)

Black Bottom Dulce de Leche Pie

This no-bake caramel pie has a crust lined with rich chocolate ganache.

Get the recipe: No-Bake Dulce de Leche Pie

Dulce de Leche Ice Cream

A caramel-like ice cream that is silky, rich and delish.

Get the recipe: Dulce de Leche Ice Cream

Mexican Beer Spiked Churros

Churros are so good already, but when you add Mexican beer it takes the party to a whole new level.

Get the recipe: Mexican Beer Spiked Churros

Mangonada

A tropical smoothie with mango, lime, coconut water and a little spice makes for a light dessert after a big meal.

Get the recipe: Mangonada

Easy Cinnamon Churros with Coffee Chocolate Sauce

Frying churros is totally worth the effort.

Get the recipe: Easy Cinnamon Churros With Coffee Chocolate Sauce

Cream Cheese Swirled Coconut Tres Leches Cake

A traditional tres leches cake gets a flavor boost from adding coconut.

Get the recipe: Cream Cheese Swirled Coconut Tres Leches Cake

Dirty Horchata Tres Leches Cake

Two Mexican favorites come together for a dessert exploding with flavor in every bite.

Get the recipe: Dirty Horchata Tres Leches Cake

The Best Classic Churros

Sometimes simple is best, and that's definitely the case with these classic churros.

Get the recipe: The Best Classic Churros Recipe

Flourless Mexican Chocolate Cake

It's a little sweet, a little spicy and 100% delicious. And it's gluten-free!

Get the recipe: Flourless Mexican Chocolate Cake

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