CAKES WITH NUTS FROM CHILE (TORTA DE MIL HOJAS)
This is an authentic Chilean recipe, makes great gifts ! Everyone who goes to Chile wont forget this. Posted upon request, taken from www.cakecentral.com
Provided by Polar Bear
Categories Breads
Time 1h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix together the flour and baking powder; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
- Blend in the egg yolks, one at a time.
- Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk.
- The dough will be stiff like a cookie dough.
- Divide the dough into 10 pieces and shape into balls.
- Roll each ball into a 9 inch circle.
- Place on cookie sheets and prick with a fork in several places.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Set aside.
- Make the Caramel Filling: In a sauce pan, boil the unopened cans of sweetened condensed milk for 3 hours.
- Monitor the water closely, to make sure there is always water in the pan.
- Remove can from heat and let cool for 10 to 15 minutes.
- In a small measuring cup, combine the brandy and water.
- Place one cookie layer on serving plate.
- Sprinkle with brandy mixture, then spread with the now thickened condensed milk.
- Sprinkle with nuts.
- Continue stacking until all layers are used.
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Lisa Love
[email protected]I would rather eat a shoe than this cake.
Jason Oshobugie Ogiorumua
[email protected]This was the worst cake I have ever tasted.
gaga alex
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Hafsa Shah Alokito sopno
[email protected]This cake was a disappointment. The pastry was dry and the filling was bland.
Bimpe Oyewole
[email protected]Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. I would definitely make it again, but I might make a few changes.
Tony Kuek
[email protected]I think this cake would be even better with a different type of nuts, like pecans or walnuts.
Hayyash Ahamed
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the pastry to come together, but the cake still turned out okay.
Coolbeatz64 YT
[email protected]This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.
Ngobe George
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of nuts, but I loved this cake. The caramel sauce is amazing.
Tete Davis
[email protected]This is my new favorite cake recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.
JAHID 1997
[email protected]I made this cake for a special occasion and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Tesfaye Hirphasa
[email protected]This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that's sure to impress your guests.
Cherie
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this cake. The nuts and caramel are a perfect match.
Renee Soto
[email protected]This cake is so unique and delicious. I've never had anything like it before.
Jack Gold
[email protected]This was my first time making a Chilean cake and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the nuts added a nice crunch.
Teofilo Navarrete
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love it.
niahh
[email protected]This recipe was absolutely delicious! The combination of nuts and caramel was perfect, and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this again.