Leche asada
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Alternative namesQuesillo (Venezuela)
TypeDessert
Region or statePeru, Argentina Colombia, Chile
Associated cuisinePeruvian, Colombian, Chilean, vénézuéliens, Argentinian
 Peruana leche asada, just cooked | |
| Alternative names | Quesillo (Venezuela) |
|---|---|
| Type | Dessert |
| Region or state | Peru, Argentina Colombia, Chile |
| Associated cuisine | Peruvian, Colombian, Chilean, vénézuéliens, Argentinian |
| Serving temperature | Room temperature or cold |
| Main ingredients | Milk, Eggs, Sugar, and Vanilla Extract. |
Leche asada (literally "roasted milk") is a dessert from Peru, Argentina, Colombia, and Chile.[1][2][3][4] It is similar to flan because it is made with the same ingredients, but 'leche asada' has a less smooth texture and is baked directly, which creates a toasted layer on the surface.
