Dulce de Leche Celebration Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This dulce de leche celebration cake is my go to dessert whenever I want something impressive but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just an hour from start to finish, making it perfect for unexpected guests or last minute celebrations. I love that walnuts add a wonderful crunch and heart healthy fats to balance out the sweet dulce de leche layers. What really makes this cake special is how the rich caramel flavor shines through without requiring any fancy techniques or hard to find ingredients. Every component here is something you probably already have at home, so you can whip this up whenever the craving strikes.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 350granulated sugar
- 150unsalted butter
- 3large eggs
- 1vanilla extract
- 12baking powder
- 6salt
- 400dulce de leche
- 50cocoa powder
- 100chopped walnuts
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease and flour a 20cm round cake pan.
Tip: Use a non-stick pan to ensure easy cake release.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Sift dry ingredients for even mixing.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream together butter and eggs. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Tip: Use a stand mixer or whisk for best results.
- 4
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with dulce de leche. Mix until just combined.
Tip: Avoid overmixing for a tender crumb.
- 5
Melt 100g of dulce de leche in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
Tip: This will help prevent the cake from becoming too runny.
- 6
Fold in cocoa powder and chopped walnuts.
Tip: Be gentle to avoid deflating the batter.
- 7
Pour batter into prepared cake pan and smooth top.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a smooth surface.
- 8
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Tip: Check for doneness after 30 minutes.
- 9
Remove from oven and let cool in pan for 10 minutes.
Tip: This will help the cake release more easily.
- 10
Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: This will help prevent the cake from becoming soggy.
- 11
Once cooled, drizzle with remaining dulce de leche and serve.
Tip: Enjoy the gooey, sweet center of the cake.
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