"Marquesitas are part crepe, part cannoli, part waffle cone, and 100% delicious. They have a signature crunchy, crispy texture because they're cooked on a specially-designed griddle."
"Vicente Heredia Muñoz created marquesitas in the 1940s in Mérida, evolving from traditional ice cream cones to a unique dessert by rolling the pastry into tubes."
"The contrast of the sweet, crunchy pastry and the creamy, savory cheese makes marquesitas one of the unique Mexican desserts you should try at least once."
"Today, aside from the iconic cheese, you can choose a variety of fillings and combinations including hazelnut-chocolate spread, cajeta, fruit marmalades, and fresh fruits."
Marquesitas are a popular treat in Mexico's Yucatán peninsula, known for their crunchy texture and unique fillings. Created in the 1940s by Vicente Heredia Muñoz in Mérida, they evolved from traditional ice cream cones. Initially, Muñoz experimented with various fillings, ultimately settling on queso de bola, a Dutch Edam cheese. Today, marquesitas can be filled with a variety of ingredients, including chocolate spread, cajeta, and fresh fruits, making them a must-try dessert for visitors.
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