Cinco de Mayo is all about vibrant flavors, festive fun, and desserts that steal the show. This collection is loaded with irresistible sweets that bring the spirit of the celebration to your table — think melt-in-your-mouth Mexican Wedding Cookies, rich Tres Leches Cake, and crispy, cinnamon-dusted churros. These treats are made to impress and guaranteed to sweeten up your fiesta in the best way.

Mexican Wedding Cookies

Classic Butterball Cookie rolled in powdered sugar with a bowl of the sugar by the plate
Mexican Wedding Cookies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

These classic butterball cookies are a delightful treat. One of our all time favorite cookies for the holiday season, these pillowy cookies are made with 6 simple ingredients and don’t require you to chill the dough. Full of chopped walnuts and coated in a blanket of confectioner’s sugar, these cookies are easy to eat, and you’ll be happy to share them with friends and family.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Wedding Cookies

Mexican Cornbread Recipe with Creamed Corn

A close-up of several pieces of cheesy, golden-brown cornbread stacked on a wire rack, showing their moist and crumbly texture.
Mexican Cornbread Recipe with Creamed Corn. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

This Southern-style recipe elevates a classic moist cornbread to a flavorful Tex-Mex version. With the addition of green chilies and pepper jack cheese, we’ve taken the classic and added a twist.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Cornbread Recipe with Creamed Corn

Coconut Macaroons

Close-up of several golden-brown coconut macaroons on a white plate, with a striped cloth partially visible underneath. The macaroons have a crispy, toasted exterior.
Coconut Macaroons. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest

Coconut Macaroons are essentially a 5 ingredient cookie recipe that tastes delicious plain but downright divine dipped in chocolate. This easy Coconut Macaroons Recipe is perfectly soft and chewy on the inside while crisp and toasty on the outside.
Get the Recipe: Coconut Macaroons

Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate (Just Add Cayene Pepper!)

Two glass mugs filled with hot chocolate topped with marshmallows are placed on a light surface. A wooden bowl with more marshmallows and a small dish of chocolate chips are alongside, with a beige striped cloth nearby.
Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate (Just Add Cayene Pepper!). Photo credit: Simply Breakfast Recipes

There’s nothing better than a warm cup of homemade vegan hot chocolate on a cold day, right? It’s super simple to make and perfect for when you’re in a rush but still want something cozy and delicious. Add a spicy kick with cayenne pepper to make vegan Mexican hot chocolate.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate (Just Add Cayene Pepper!)

Tres Leches Cake

Tres Leches Cake. Photo credit: Simply Bake Blog

Tres Leches Cake – Also known as Three Milk Cake, this classic Mexican dessert is a sponge cake that is drenched in three types of milk!
Get the Recipe: Tres Leches Cake

Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

Chocolate Tres Leches Cake. Photo credit: Simply Bake Blog

Chocolate Tres Leches Cake – A chocolate sponge cake that is drenched in three types of chocolate flavoured milk, and topped with chocolate whipped cream!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

Mexican Chocolate Cake with Berries (gluten free, or not)

Mexican Chocolate Cake with Berries (gluten free, or not). Photo credit: The View From Great Island

Mexican Moist Chocolate Cake with Berries (gluten free, or not) ~ this easy almost-flourless cake with the subtle hint of Mexican spices is decadent but light!
Get the Recipe: Mexican Chocolate Cake with Berries (gluten free, or not)

Mexican Flan Recipe

Mexican Flan Recipe. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Flan is a silky vanilla custard topped with a yummy caramel sauce. It’s a very popular dessert that’s creamy, rich, and decadent.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Flan Recipe

Creamy Chocolate Flan

Creamy Chocolate Flan. Photo credit: Vintage Kitchen Notes

This version of chocolate flan (a caramel custard) has condensed milk which gives it a creamy, luxurious texture and can be made ahead.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Chocolate Flan

Arroz con Leche Recipe (Mexican Rice Pudding)

Arroz con Leche Recipe (Mexican Rice Pudding). Photo credit: The Forked Spoon

Arroz con Leche (or Mexican Rice Pudding) is a delicious Mexican dessert made from simple ingredients including rice, milk, cinnamon, and sugar. It can be served hot or cold and is guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Get the Recipe: Arroz con Leche Recipe (Mexican Rice Pudding)

Easy Fried Ice Cream Dessert

Easy Fried Ice Cream Dessert. Photo credit: Cooking With Mamma C

You can make this Easy Fried Ice Cream Dessert in 25 minutes before freezing it! You’ll love this no-fry recipe with toasted corn flakes.
Get the Recipe: Easy Fried Ice Cream Dessert

Easy Air Fryer Churros

Easy Air Fryer Churros. Photo credit: Recipes from a Pantry

Air Fryer Churros are golden tasty pastry treats, where every bite has a tender inside with a crispy outside that’s tossed in cinnamon and sugar.
Get the Recipe: Easy Air Fryer Churros

Air Fryer Easy Mexican Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas

Air Fryer Easy Mexican Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas. Photo credit: All That’s Jas

Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas are tortillas filled with a creamy cheesecake filling, fresh strawberries, and cinnamon sugar coating.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Easy Mexican Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas

Mexican Chocolate Mousse With Ancho and Orange

Mexican Chocolate Mousse With Ancho and Orange. Photo credit: Beyond Mere Sustenance

Mexican Chocolate Mousse With Ancho and Orange combines the luscious flavor of Mexican chocolate with Triple Sec and a hint of ancho chile powder in a fluffy, creamy mousse! A sweet treat that’s hard to beat, and not a lot of effort…
Get the Recipe: Mexican Chocolate Mousse With Ancho and Orange

Margarita Cupcakes with Tequila Lime Buttercream ~ Barley & Sage

Margarita Cupcakes with Tequila Lime Buttercream ~ Barley & Sage. Photo credit: Barley and Sage

Wish you could have your margarita and eat it too? These boozy margarita cupcakes are made with real tequila and topped with lime frosting!
Get the Recipe: Margarita Cupcakes with Tequila Lime Buttercream ~ Barley & Sage

Fun Piñata Cupcakes Recipe – Little Sunny Kitchen

Fun Piñata Cupcakes Recipe – Little Sunny Kitchen. Photo credit: Little Sunny Kitchen

Simple to make scratch vanilla Pinata Cupcakes are topped with a smooth buttercream frosting and have a colorful sprinkle surprise inside.
Get the Recipe: Fun Piñata Cupcakes Recipe – Little Sunny Kitchen

Strawberry Churro Cupcakes

Strawberry Churro Cupcakes. Photo credit: Recipes from a Pantry

Strawberry Churro Cupcakes are tasty and moist vanilla cupcakes laced with a hint of cinnamon and topped with a creamy strawberry frosting.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Churro Cupcakes

Tres Leches Paletas

Tres Leches Paletas. Photo credit: Sense and Edibility

Tres Leches Paletas put a frozen spin on the classic Latin American dessert that are made with three kinds of milk and flavored with almond extract.
Get the Recipe: Tres Leches Paletas

Cinco de Mayo Treats!

mexican strawberries
Cinco de Mayo Treats!. Photo credit: Cooking on the Front Burner

These white chocolate covered fresh strawberries are sure to be a hit for Cinco de Mayo. Easy to make and very festive!
Get the Recipe: Cinco de Mayo Treats!

Strawberries and Cream (Fresas con Crema)

Strawberries and Cream (Fresas con Crema). Photo credit: Cooking Carnival

Strawberries and Cream, also known as Fresas con Crema, is the easiest no-bake Mexican dessert you’ll ever make! 5 ingredients and 10 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Strawberries and Cream (Fresas con Crema)

Cinco de Mayo Popsicles

mexican popsicles
Cinco de Mayo Popsicles. The View from Great Island

Colorful Cinco de Mayo Popsicles represent the colors of the Mexican flag! Kids of all ages love these juice popsicles!
Get the Recipe: Cinco de Mayo Popsicles

Mexican S’mores

Mexican S’mores. Photo credit: Budget Delicious

Mexican S’mores are warm and melty with a delicious cinnamon and spice flavor for a tasty campfire treat that can also be enjoyed indoors.
Get the Recipe: Mexican S’mores

Raspados Mexicanos (Easy Mango Raspado Recipe)

Raspados Mexicanos (Easy Mango Raspado Recipe). Photo credit: Broke Bank Vegan

Raspados Mexicanos are the answer to sweeten up your day and cool you down. Try this version made with fresh, juicy mangoes!
Get the Recipe: Raspados Mexicanos (Easy Mango Raspado Recipe)

Spicy Flourless Mexican Chocolate Cookies – Cupcakes & Kale Chips

Spicy Flourless Mexican Chocolate Cookies – Cupcakes & Kale Chips. Photo credit: Cupcakes and Kale Chips

Flourless Mexican Chocolate Cookies are sweet and tender with a kick of warm spices. An easy gluten free recipe inspired by spicy Mexican hot chocolate.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Flourless Mexican Chocolate Cookies – Cupcakes & Kale Chips

Mexican Paletas Popsicles

Mexican Paletas Popsicles. Photo credit: Budget Delicious

These colorful easy Mexican Paletas (fruity popsicles), made with four ingredients are refreshing on hot summer days and Cinco De Mayo.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Paletas Popsicles

Seafood Lovers Are Losing It Over These 17 Must-Try Dishes

Boiling crab sauce tossed with shrimp
Seafood Lovers Are Losing It Over These 17 Must-Try Dishes. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

If seafood’s your love language, you’re about to be seriously tempted. From buttery boils and cheesy dips to crispy bites and bold, spicy appetizers, these dishes deliver that straight-from-the-coast flavor in every bite. This roundup is packed with easy, flavor-loaded recipes that’ll have you daydreaming about your next seafood fix. Trust us—you’ll want to scroll through every single one. Get All The Recipes: Seafood Lovers Are Losing It Over These 17 Must-Try Dishes