 Espumilla | |
| Type | Whipped dessert |
|---|---|
| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | Ecuador |
| Region or state | Quito |
| Associated cuisine | Ecuadorian cuisine |
| Serving temperature | Room temperature |
| Main ingredients | Egg whites, sugar, and fruit pulp, often guava |
Espumilla is a traditional Ecuadorian meringue and popular street food.[1][2][3] The word "espumilla" means "foam" in Spanish.[3][4] It possibly is dated back to 1907 with records mentioning its existence.[1][4] It is made with egg whites, sugar, and fruit pulp, often guava, frequently whipped by hand to achieve the right texture.[1][2][3][4] It resembles ice cream and is often sold in ice cream cones.[1][2][3]
Originally from downtown Quito, it is now sold by street vendors across Ecuador, including schools, plazas, and fruit markets.[1][2][3] Espumilla can vary in flavor and garnishes, sometimes topped with syrup called arrope de mora.[1] The two most common flavors are guava and blackberry in Ecuador.[2] However, other flavors include banana, strawberries, and naranjilla.[4] The dessert represents a part of Ecuadorian culinary heritage and is popular among locals and tourists.[1]
They are also found in Venezuela, Guatemala and Nicaragua.[5]
