Traditional thousand-layer cake with dulce de leche - a Chilean national treasure with crispy pastry layers and rich caramel filling.

Preparation
45 min.
Baking Time
25 min.
Servings
12
Difficulty
Medium

Instructions

1

Mix flour, butter, powdered sugar, eggs and Pisco into smooth dough. Wrap and chill for 1 hour.

2

Divide dough into 10 portions. Roll each very thin on floured surface.

3

Bake each layer at 180°C (350°F) for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy.

4

Spread dulce de leche between each crispy layer, building up the cake.

5

Sprinkle chopped walnuts over dulce de leche layers as you build.

6

Dust top with powdered sugar. Let rest 2-3 hours before slicing.

Ingredients

12 Servings
  • plain flour 1
  • butter 250 g
  • powdered sugar 100 g
  • eggs 2
  • Pisco 1 TL
  • dulce de leche 1
  • walnuts 100 g
  • Powdered sugar 1

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Frequently asked questions

How many servings does Chilean Mil Hojas Cake make?

The recipe Chilean Mil Hojas Cake is designed for 12 servings. Use the portion calculator on this page to easily adjust the quantities.

How long does it take to make Chilean Mil Hojas Cake?

Preparation takes about 45 minutes and baking about 25 minutes – roughly 70 minutes in total.

How long does Chilean Mil Hojas Cake keep?

Chilean Mil Hojas Cake tastes best fresh. Well covered and stored in a cool place, the cake usually keeps for 2–3 days; many cakes can also be frozen.

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