
Dulce de Leche Tiffin
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
My favorite thing about this Dulce de Leche Tiffin is how quickly it comes together. In just 45 minutes total, you'll have a stunning dessert that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen. The dulce de leche swirled through the batter creates those gorgeous caramel ribbons, while the almonds add a wonderful crunch and boost of heart healthy fats. This recipe is also incredibly forgiving and budget friendly since you probably have most ingredients on hand already. Trust me, this one will become a go to in your baking rotation.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 150unsalted butter
- 400granulated sugar
- 200dulce de leche
- 2large eggs
- 1 mLvanilla extract
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 100chopped almonds(optional)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18cm square baking tin with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Tip: Use a dry whisk to avoid lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 4
Add vanilla extract and mix well. Gradually add the flour mixture and mix until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Pour in dulce de leche and stir until just combined. If using, fold in chopped almonds.
Tip: Don't overmix to prevent a dense tiffin.
- 6
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking tin and smooth the top.
- 7
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Keep an eye on the tiffin after 20 minutes.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the tin.
Tip: Don't cut into the tiffin until it has cooled completely.
- 9
Cut into squares and serve.
Tip: You can dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
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