Dulce de Leche Traybake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 20x20cm traybake tin with butter or cooking spray.

   Tip: Make sure to line the tin with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, caster sugar, and baking powder.

   Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to avoid lumps.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter until it's creamy. Add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy.

   Tip: Use a stand mixer or a hand mixer for this step.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the dairy milk and large eggs. Add the vanilla extract and whisk until combined.

   Tip: Make sure to whisk until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.

   Tip: Don't overmix the batter, as this can lead to a dense traybake.

6. 6

   Pour half of the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top.

   Tip: Make sure to spread the batter evenly to avoid any air pockets.

7. 7

   Pour the dulce de leche over the batter and smooth the top.

   Tip: Make sure to spread the dulce de leche evenly to avoid any air pockets.

8. 8

   Pour the remaining batter over the dulce de leche and smooth the top.

   Tip: Make sure to spread the batter evenly to avoid any air pockets.

9. 9

   Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

   Tip: Don't open the oven door during baking, as this can affect the traybake's texture.

10. 10

    Remove the traybake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes.

    Tip: Make sure to let the traybake cool completely before slicing and serving.

11. 11

    Slice the traybake into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.

    Tip: You can dust the traybake with powdered sugar or cinnamon for extra flavor and texture.