Dulce de Leche Cake

Health score
1%
Dulce de Leche Cake
130 min.
12
423kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a slice of heavenly Dulce de Leche Cake, a dessert that promises to delight your senses and impress your guests. This luscious cake combines the rich, caramelized flavor of dulce de leche with the creamy texture of cream cheese, creating a frosting that is simply irresistible. The base of the cake is a moist yellow cake, enhanced by the nutty aroma of browned butter, which adds a depth of flavor that elevates this dessert to a whole new level.

Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday celebration, a holiday gathering, or just a sweet treat to enjoy at home, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With its beautiful presentation and decadent taste, it’s a dessert that not only looks stunning but also tastes divine. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and creaminess, making it a memorable addition to your dessert repertoire.

Ready in just over two hours, this cake is surprisingly easy to make, allowing you to create a gourmet dessert without spending all day in the kitchen. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a cake that will have everyone asking for seconds. Treat yourself and your loved ones to the luxurious flavors of Dulce de Leche Cake—you won’t regret it!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter (do not use margarine)
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • 13.4 oz condensed milk sweetened canned (caramelized condensed milk)
  •  eggs 
  • teaspoons vanilla 
  • cup water 
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream 
  • box cake mix yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F (325F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease or spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan.
  2. In 1-quart saucepan, heat butter over medium heat 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, just until golden brown.
  3. Remove from heat. Cool 15 minutes.
  4. In large bowl, beat cake mix, browned butter, water, vanilla and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes (brown flecks from butter will appear in batter).
  5. Pour into pan.
  6. Bake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  7. Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat dulce de leche and cream cheese with electric mixer on high speed about 2 minutes or until blended and smooth. Beat in whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
  8. Spread frosting over cooled cake.
  9. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until serving. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories423kcal
Protein6.55%
Fat42.54%
Carbs50.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.33
Glycemic Load
10.79
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.0043478893197%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:423.02kcal
21.15%
Fat:20.16g
31.01%
Saturated Fat:9.93g
62.07%
Carbohydrates:54.27g
18.09%
Net Carbohydrates:53.75g
19.55%
Sugar:37g
41.11%
Cholesterol:81.98mg
27.33%
Sodium:492mg
21.39%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.21%
100%
Protein:6.99g
13.97%
Phosphorus:262.9mg
26.29%
Calcium:214.41mg
21.44%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.39%
Selenium:11.28µg
16.11%
Vitamin A:769.07IU
15.38%
Folate:40.11µg
10.03%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.3%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
7.01%
Vitamin E:1.01mg
6.75%
Iron:1.18mg
6.56%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.73%
Vitamin B3:1.1mg
5.5%
Potassium:190.88mg
5.45%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.55%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.51%
Magnesium:16.72mg
4.18%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.14%
Vitamin D:0.44µg
2.95%
Copper:0.05mg
2.59%
Vitamin K:2.19µg
2.08%
Fiber:0.52g
2.07%
Vitamin C:0.9mg
1.09%