Easy indulgence: Crafting no‑bake cakes with dulce de leche
Some people have a knack for baking, while others excel at savoury dishes. If you fall into the latter category, there's no need to expend energy on intricate baked desserts, particularly if they don't bring you joy. With a few straightforward ingredients, you can whip up a delightful no-bake dessert. Your guests will be amazed that something so simple can taste so delicious.
No-bake cake? There are numerous ways to prepare a dessert without using an oven, from Italian tiramisu to exquisite vegan treats. You can craft layers from crushed biscuits, sponge, or cookies. Adorn the top with toasted almond flakes for a festive flair.
Cake with dulce de leche – how to make it at home?
If you're pressed for time, you can buy a ready-made tin from the shop. Those with a bit more time can make dulce de leche at home. It’s simple, though it does require some patience.
To make dulce de leche from scratch, you only need a few basic ingredients. You'll need just under a litre of whole milk, around 300 grams of sugar, and 100 grams of butter. Heat the milk with the sugar and butter in a saucepan, stirring constantly. The cooking process can take around 2 hours. When the mixture thickens and turns golden brown, it's ready. Remember to keep stirring to prevent burning.
Recipe for quick no-bake cake with dulce de leche
For this dessert, you can use classic butter biscuits or chocolate cookies.
Ingredients:
- 200 grams of biscuits,
- 500 grams of dulce de leche,
- 180 ml double cream (36%),
- 30 grams of icing sugar,
- 500 grams of mascarpone cheese.
Instructions:
- Line the bottom of a baking tin with parchment paper and lay out the biscuits. Spread half of the dulce de leche on top and cover with more biscuits.
- In a large bowl, whip the cream with the icing sugar. Gradually mix in the mascarpone cheese by spoonfuls. Spread the completed cream as the next layer and cover with the remaining biscuits.
- Top with the remaining dulce de leche.
- If you'd like a festive touch, garnish the cake with toasted almond flakes.
How to make toasted almond flakes?
To prepare toasted almond flakes, which add a touch of elegance to the cake, it only takes a few minutes. Begin by heating a dry frying pan over medium heat. Then scatter about 50 grams of almond flakes over it. Gently toss the flakes until they attain a golden colour with a pleasant nutty aroma. The toasting process takes about 3-5 minutes. It's vital to watch the flakes closely and stir occasionally to avoid burning.
