Vida Recetas Editorial
Mamallena is a traditional Panamanian dessert that makes the most of stale bread, creating a soft and creamy texture perfect for those seeking a homemade sweet with history. This easy recipe combines bread soaked in milk with sugar, eggs, butter, and hints of cinnamon or vanilla, achieving a comforting flavor reminiscent of bread pudding.
Its Panamanian origin makes it a classic in family baking, ideal for celebrations or to treat your loved ones on any occasion. Preparation is simple: soak the bread with milk and sugar overnight, then blend it with the remaining ingredients and bake at 180°C for 40 minutes. The result is a texture similar to flan, but denser and more rustic.
You can serve it cold, accompanied by custard at the base or decorated with caramel threads, as suggested in this version. It is a versatile dessert that admits variations: some add a splash of liqueur for an adult touch, or adjust the amount of cinnamon to taste. If you are looking for an economical, easy, and delicious dessert, Mamallena is your best choice.
Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Servings
1
Soak the bread with the milk and sugar overnight.
Mix with the rest of the ingredients in the blender.
Bake 40 minutes at 180 degrees. Let it rest and eat fresh (store in the fridge). I put custard on the base and some little candy.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 10 minutes and the cooking time is 40 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 1 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
