Creamy Dulce de Leche Dessert
A luscious, velvety treat that combines the caramelized goodness of dulce de leche with a light, fluffy cream filling. Perfect for gatherings or a quiet indulgence.
Ingredients
Topping
- 500 g pastry-style dulce de leche
Filling
- 400 g regular dulce de leche
- 500 ml heavy whipping cream
- 300 g cream cheese, softened
- 250 g vanilla cookies or ladyfingers, broken into small pieces
- 150 ml milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar optional
- 1 pinch fine salt
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Whip the heavy whipping cream to soft peaks using a hand or stand mixer. Be careful not to overwhip.
- In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with regular dulce de leche until completely smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of fine salt to enhance the flavors.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the dulce de leche mixture in two or three additions to maintain a light texture.
- Break the vanilla cookies or ladyfingers into bite-sized pieces and lightly moisten them with milk.
- Fold the moistened cookies into the cream mixture until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to a rectangular glass baking dish and smooth the surface.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set slightly.
- Stir or gently warm the pastry-style dulce de leche until spreadable, then spread it evenly over the chilled filling.
- Lightly score the top into squares, cover with plastic wrap (without touching the topping), and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Slice into squares and serve well chilled.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with whipped coconut cream. If you can't find pastry-style dulce de leche, gently heat regular dulce de leche to make it more spreadable. Gluten-free cookies can replace vanilla cookies for a gluten-free alternative.