Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Strawberries
- Slice the strawberries into thin, even pieces and mix with sugar and lime juice in a bowl. Let sit for 15-20 minutes to macerate.
Make the Cream Filling
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Slowly mix in the sweetened condensed milk until well combined, then add the Mexican crema, vanilla, and lime juice. Beat until creamy.
Set Up Dipping Station
- In a shallow bowl, combine lime juice and water for dipping the cookies.
Build the Layers
- Dip each Maria cookie into the lime mixture briefly, then lay them flat in a baking dish.
- Spread cream filling over the cookies and add a layer of macerated strawberries.
Repeat Layers
- Continue layering cookies, cream filling, and strawberries until all ingredients are used, finishing with cream on top.
Chill
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Serve
- Cut the Carlota into squares and serve with garnish as desired.
Notes
For best results, always use room temperature cream cheese and avoid over-soaking the cookies. You can customize with different fruits or add a layer of Nutella for extra richness.