If you’ve ever experienced the luscious richness of dulce de leche, you know it’s a flavor that transforms any dessert. Now, picture that caramel sweetness enveloping a moist, tender cake—heavenly, right?
With its buttery texture and deep caramel flavor, this cake is perfect for special occasions or as a comforting treat. Whether you’re celebrating or just need a sweet pick-me-up, this cake makes any moment special.
A quick tip: If you find the cake too sweet, sprinkle a hint of sea salt on top before serving. This contrast will enhance the dulce de leche without overwhelming your taste buds.
Trending for its rich, distinctive flavor and ease of preparation, this cake is a must-try for caramel lovers. Give it a go and let me know how it turns out—I’d love to hear your personal touches!
Why I Love This Recipe?
- Genuine Delight: The silky, caramel goodness of dulce de leche makes this cake a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: It’s versatile enough for both everyday enjoyment and festive gatherings.
- Easy Yet Impressive: The straightforward process makes it accessible, while the final product always wows guests.
- Customizable: Experiment with different toppings or add a layer of your favorite frosting to make it uniquely yours.
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Considering These Tips Will Be a Bliss!
- Use a Sifter for Flour: Put your flour through a sifter. This helps break up clumps and makes your cake lighter and airier.
- Prevent Sticking: Make your pans nonstick to avoid the Dulce De Leche cake sticking. You can use a baking mat, grease the pan with unsalted butter and flour, use parchment paper, or line it with foil and spray non-stick spray.
- Avoid Overbaking: Don’t bake Dulce De Leche cake for too long. Overbaking can make it dry instead of moist, as desired in this dulce de leche cake recipe.
- Apply Soaking Syrup Evenly: Use a food-safe squeeze bottle, brush, or spoon to evenly apply the soaking syrup to the cake layers.
- Choose Topping: Cover the cake with chocolate flakes, chocolate sprinkles, or a simple ganache for variation to bring the best out of this great recipe.
Dulce De Leche Cake Recipe
Dulce de Leche Cake is a top-notch caramel cake. It's loaded with dulce de leche in the cake, soaking syrup, and the creamy frosting. Plus, the hazelnuts give it a delightful crunch. It's basically a caramel lover's dream cake!
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Calories: 286kcal
Servings: 12
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Cups
- Cake Pans
- Rubber spatula
- Fork
- Cooling Rack
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs (about 55-60g each), room temperature
- 1 Cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 Cup Granulated sugar
- 1 Cup Brown sugar, packed
- 2 Cups All-purpose flour (240g)
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream (36-40% fat)
Instructions
- Begin by separating egg yolks and whites. Whisk the egg whites with sugar until super fluffy.
- Add egg yolks and vanilla, beat until combined.
- Sift in flour and salt, mix until just combined. Fold the mixture a bit with a spatula.
- Whip cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the batter until fully blended.
- Divide batter into pans, bake until golden, not wet, and springs back when touched (about 25 minutes).
- Mix cream cheese, dulce de leche, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Refrigerate if too soft.
- Once cakes cool, spread frosting on the first, stack the second. Refrigerate if needed.
Notes
- Dulce de Leche Caution: Don’t go overboard with dulce de leche in the buttercream – it’s delicious but can make it runny. If that happens, chill the cake a bit in the fridge before continuing.
- Yogurt Swap: Feel free to use whole milk yogurt instead of sour cream – it works well, and you won’t notice much of a difference.
- Perfectly Moist Layers: Achieve flat and moist layers by using cake strips. You can buy them or make your own at home with foil and paper towels. Check the blog for details!
- Sheet Cake Variation: Turn this into a sheet cake and go wild with the dulce de leche in the buttercream – it’s flexible and delicious!
Nutrition
Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 440mg | Potassium: 165mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 3mg