Espumilla

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]

Espumilla

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

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]