Dulce de Leche Torte (Volador)

Health score
4%
Dulce de Leche Torte (Volador)
60 min.
8
308kcal

Suggestions


If you're looking for a decadent dessert that combines rich flavors and a touch of elegance, look no further than this Dulce de Leche Torte, affectionately known as Volador. Hailing from Latin American origins, this delightful treat brings together a velvety layer of dulce de leche sandwiched between perfectly baked pastry layers. With its alluring golden color and luscious filling, the torte is sure to impress your guests at any gathering.

This recipe is not only indulgent but also surprisingly straightforward, taking just an hour to create a masterpiece that serves up to eight people. Each bite offers a perfect balance of creamy sweetness paired with a subtly crunchy texture from the delicate pastry layers. The torte is enhanced by a simple dusting of confectioners' sugar, providing an elegant finish that tempts the palate.

To elevate your dessert experience, consider pairing this delightful torte with naranjilla or vanilla ice cream. The combination of warm, rich dulce de leche and cold ice cream creates a harmonious contrast that will leave your taste buds singing. Perfect for special occasions or a lavish everyday treat, this Dulce de Leche Torte is a must-try recipe that embodies the spirit of comfort and indulgence. Get ready to wow your friends and family with a dessert they won't soon forget!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon powdered sugar 
  • cups dulce de leche 
  • 12 large egg yolk 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • servings whipped cream 
  • tablespoons water 
  • teaspoon milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil
  • kitchen towels

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F with rack in middle. Generously brush a large baking sheet with vegetable oil.
  2. Stir together yolks, milk, and salt.
  3. Put flour in a large bowl and make a well in center.
  4. Add yolk mixture to well and gently stir with a fork, gradually pulling in flour closest to egg mixture to make a paste. Knead in all of remaining flour with your hands to form a dough (dough will be very firm).
  5. Transfer dough to a work surface and knead, lightly dusting with additional flour as necessary, until smooth and elastic, 8 to 10 minutes.
  6. Flatten dough into a disk, then quarter and form each quarter into a ball.
  7. Keeping remaining dough covered with a kitchen towel (not terry cloth), firmly roll out 1 piece on a clean surface into a 12-inch round, lifting and turning dough as necessary. (Dough will be slightly sticky but will lift up easily; round will be very thin with uneven edges.)
  8. Transfer to baking sheet and bake until edge is golden and curls up, about 5 minutes. Carefully turn over and bake until cooked through and both sides are golden in some spots (lift to check), 3 to 4 minutes more.
  9. Transfer to a rack to cool.
  10. Repeat with remaining dough. (Pastry will overlap on racks.)
  11. Stir together dulce de leche and water in a bowl. If mixture is not spreadable, warm in a small heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, whisking until smooth. Thin with additional water if necessary.
  12. Arrange 1 pastry layer on a serving plate and spread evenly with 2/3 cup filling. Repeat with 2 more pastry layers and remaining filling, stacking layers.
  13. Dust remaining pastry layer with confectioners sugar and arrange on top.
  14. To serve, cut or crack torte into portions using 2 large spoons.
  15. •Pastry rounds can be made 3 days ahead and kept in sealable bags at room temperature.•Torte, without confectioners sugar, can be assembled 2 hours ahead and kept, loosely covered with foil, at room temperature. Dust with confectioners sugar just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories308kcal
Protein11.54%
Fat42.07%
Carbs46.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27
Glycemic Load
22.17
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
10.450434888187%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:308.31kcal
15.42%
Fat:14.27g
21.95%
Saturated Fat:6.96g
43.53%
Carbohydrates:35.4g
11.8%
Net Carbohydrates:34.31g
12.48%
Sugar:15.21g
16.9%
Cholesterol:304.52mg
101.51%
Sodium:102.38mg
4.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.81g
17.61%
Selenium:23.43µg
33.47%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.11%
Folate:83.42µg
20.86%
Phosphorus:194.69mg
19.47%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.08%
Vitamin A:646.58IU
12.93%
Vitamin B12:0.76µg
12.63%
Vitamin B5:1.25mg
12.51%
Calcium:121.86mg
12.19%
Iron:1.84mg
10.24%
Vitamin D:1.52µg
10.11%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.97%
Zinc:1.21mg
8.06%
Vitamin B3:1.47mg
7.34%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.58%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.8%
Potassium:185.18mg
5.29%
Fiber:1.09g
4.38%
Magnesium:15.8mg
3.95%
Copper:0.07mg
3.48%
Source:Epicurious