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Chilean 1000 Layer Cake

Cultural Context

Originating in Chile, the 1000 Layer Cake, or Mil hojas, is a beloved dessert that showcases the country's penchant for sweet, layered treats. Traditionally served during celebrations, it features delicate layers of puff pastry filled with a rich custard, symbolizing indulgence and festivity. Today, this cake has gained popularity beyond Chile, inspiring variations in other Latin American countries and around the world, each adding their unique twist to this classic delight.

ChileanCLdessert
120 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
3 cups flour
250g butter in room temperature
3 yolks
3/4 cup milk
1 tbsp rum
Pintch of salt
800g dulce de leche
500g blackcurrant jam
3 cups chopped walnuts
1/4 cup rum

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk + sugar

Coconut milk provides a dairy-free option with a rich flavor.

puff pastry

🥗Healthier: phyllo dough

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Phyllo dough is lighter and can be made from pantry staples.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free alternative with similar fat content.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cool whip

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

1

Prepare the layers by mixing flour, butter, yolks, milk, rum, and salt to form a dough.

2

Roll out the dough thinly and cut into equal rectangles.

3

Bake the pastry rectangles until golden, about 15-20 minutes.

4

Prepare the filling by mixing dulce de leche, blackcurrant jam, and chopped walnuts.

5

Layer the baked pastry rectangles with the filling mixture, creating multiple layers.

6

Chill the layered cake in the refrigerator to set.

7

Serve chilled and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Mil hojasMille-feuille

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