No-Bake Dulce de Leche Dessert Cups
This creamy dulce de leche dessert is rich, smooth, and incredibly easy to prepare. Layers of buttery María cookie crumbs and dulce de leche cream come together into a simple no-bake dessert that only needs a little time in the refrigerator.
💛 Patricia made this dulce de leche dessert for us at La Cocina de Keesha Studio. With years of baking experience, she knows how to turn a few simple ingredients into something that looks beautiful and tastes extra special.
For more sweet treats, try my no-bake Mummy Oreo Truffles and Gingerbread Man Oreo Pops, Easy Mini Tiramisu, or bake a batch of creamy Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bites.
Tips & Tricks
- Crush the cookies finely: Fine crumbs create neater layers and are easier to eat with the creamy filling.
- Soften the cream cheese: Let it soften before mixing with the dulce de leche to prevent lumps and create a smooth filling.
- Use clear glasses: The María cookie and dulce de leche layers look especially pretty when you can see them.
For more rich and creamy desserts, try our Creamy Venezuelan Quesillo, also made by Patricia, and Baileys Cake with Dulce de Leche Cream, made by Genesis.
How to Store
Keep the desserts covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. They are best served cold straight from the refrigerator.
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No-Bake Dulce de Leche Dessert Cups
Ingredients
For the Cookie Layer
- 7 oz María cookies 200 g
- 5 tsp unsalted butter, melted 75 g
For the Dulce de Leche Cream
- 5¼ oz cream cheese, softened 150 g
- 7 oz dulce de leche 200 g
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
How to Make Creamy Dulce de Leche Dessert
- Prep: Soften the cream cheese and melt the butter before starting.
- Crush the Cookies: Process or crush the María cookies until you have fine crumbs.
- Make the Cookie Base: Add the melted butter and mix until the crumbs look evenly moistened and have a sandy texture.
- Make the Cream: Add the cream cheese, dulce de leche, vanilla, and salt to a bowl. Mix until completely smooth and creamy.
- Layer: Add a layer of the cookie mixture to the bottom of a glass or dessert cup, followed by a layer of dulce de leche cream.
- Repeat: Continue alternating the cookie crumbs and cream until the glasses are filled.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before enjoying so the dessert becomes cold and the layers have time to set.
