Dia De Los Muertos  Recipes

Tamales

Who doesn't love Tamales? A Masa exterior that blankets spicy and tender meat or vegetables...yum! Tamales are traditionally served for a main dish on Dia De Los Muertos or Christmas Eve.

Pan de Muerto

This traditional Mexican Pan Dulce, is commonly made as an offering during Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos).  Aside from being deeply loved, Pan de Muerto often serves as an altar decoration to both honor and celebrate those who’ve died.

Pozole Rojo

Traditional Mexican Pozole is a delicious recipe made with pork, hominy, and red chiles.Serve this dish as an appetizer or main course on Dia De Los Muertos to honor and celebrate your loved ones' lives.

Marigold Tortillas

Marigold flowers have been used in Mexico since pre hispanic times to decorate altars for the Day of the Dead. In addition to decorating the altars to celebrate Dia De Los Muertos, make these Marigold Tortillas to eat and enjoy with your loved ones.

Flan

This Flan recipe is the perfect Dia De Los Muertos dessert. It has a sweet and creamy custard center with a crown of caramel that pours over the cake. This is a make-ahead dessert, and is perfect for parties and holidays like Dia De Los Muertos.

Atole

Keep warm and cozy with Mexican Atole! This traditional recipe is made with masa harina, piloncillo, cinnamon, and vanilla, and it is a delicious beverage served to honor and celebrate Dia De Los Muertos.

Calabaza en Tacha

Calabaza en Tacha is pumpkin covered in a thick sweet syrup. It is one of those traditional treats on the Day of the Dead Celebration, “Dia de Muertos”.

Sopa de Tortilla Azteca

Sopa de Tortilla Azteca is a delicious version of the classic Mexican tortilla soup. Serve this as an appetizer or main course to celebrate the Day of the Dead, or Dia De Los Muertos.

Mole de Pollo

Mole de Pollo Mexicano is a traditional recipe that is delicious served year-round and as a main recipe for Dia De Los Muertos. Welcome your ancestors back with this delicious course.

Horchata

Horchata is a rice-based drink from Mexico. This recipe has has rice, toasted almonds, brown sugar and vanilla, and it is the perfect treat for any celebration.

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