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Introduction
Chilean cake, also known as "Torta de Mil Hojas" or a thousand layers cake, is a popular dessert in Chile. It is a multi-layered cake made with dulce de leche, a caramel-like spread made from sweetened condensed milk. The cake is light, fluffy, and has a delicious sweetness that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
To make this delicious Chilean cake, you will need the following ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup dulce de leche
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Add the Eggs and Vanilla Extract
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5: Add the Dry Ingredients
Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
Step 6: Roll the Dough
Roll out the dough on a floured surface until it is about 1/8 inch thick.
Step 7: Cut the Dough into Circles
Using a 3-inch round cookie cutter, cut out as many circles as possible from the dough.
Step 8: Bake the Circles
Place the circles on a baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Repeat until all the dough is used up.
Step 9: Whip the Cream
In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar together until soft peaks form.
Step 10: Assemble the Cake
To assemble the cake, spread a layer of dulce de leche on top of a baked circle, then top it with a dollop of whipped cream. Repeat this process until all the circles are used up, making sure to end with a layer of whipped cream.
Step 11: Chill the Cake
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition
This delicious Chilean cake is a decadent treat that is perfect for special occasions or just as a sweet indulgence. Here are the nutrition facts for one serving of this cake:
Calories: 440
Total Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Cholesterol: 124mg
Sodium: 54mg
Total Carbohydrates: 47g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugars: 29g
Protein: 5g
Conclusion
Chilean cake is a delicious dessert that is sure to please any sweet tooth. With its light and fluffy texture and rich dulce de leche flavor, this cake is perfect for any occasion. So why not give this recipe a try and indulge in a slice of Chilean cake today?
