This airy, creamy dessert has a good dose of tropical freshness, provided by mango. More

Instead of Rice Krispies treats, many Latin Americans grow up eating these (no-bake!) clusters of cereal, sugar, and sweetened condensed milk. At a glance, the recipe appears too sweet, but the burnt sugar adds nuance and complexity to these irresistible morsels. More

Sweetened condensed milk is a backdrop flavor in this recipe, but what comes forth more readily are the floral aroma of finely grated orange zest, the tartness of golden raisins, the exotic essence of cinnamon, and the bittersweet accent of just-on-the-edge-of-burning caramelized sugar. The result is a chilled, refreshing dessert that encases tender rice in creamy custard. Though the individual components are recognizable in this new guise, the effect is far from routine. More

Usually, I top tres leches with mounds of whipped cream, but here, a toasted marshmallow cap with bits of bronzed and toasted coconut seemed a more fitting match. More

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