Called "Cake of Leaves" or "Thousand Layers Cake", this special occasion dessert has 10 thin layers sprinkled with brandy, chopped walnuts, and dulce de leche caramel.
Preparation Time
45 mins
Cooking Time
3 hr
Total Time
3 hr 45 mins
Calories
582 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Mix together the flour and baking powder; set aside.
Step 2
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.
Step 3
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.
Step 4
Bake cookies in batches in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are just starting to brown. Let cool.
Step 5
In a saucepan, boil the unopened cans of sweetened condensed milk for 3 hours. Monitor the water closely to make sure there is always water covering the cans. Remove cans from heat and let cool for 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 6
In a small measuring cup, combine the brandy and water.
Step 7
Place one cookie layer on serving plate. Brush with brandy mixture, then spread with the now-thickened condensed milk. Sprinkle with nuts. Continue stacking until all layers are used.
