Description
A rich and creamy loaf cake swirled with luscious dulce de leche and a cheesecake layer, creating a decadent dessert perfect for slicing and sharing.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake layer)
- 1 large egg (for cheesecake layer)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake layer)
- 1/2 cup dulce de leche (plus extra for drizzling, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with 1/4 cup sugar, 1 egg, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
- Spread half the cake batter into the prepared loaf pan. Add the cheesecake layer and spread evenly.
- Dollop spoonfuls of dulce de leche over the cheesecake layer, then swirl gently with a knife.
- Top with remaining cake batter and lightly swirl again for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool completely in the pan before slicing. Drizzle with extra dulce de leche if desired before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and filling.
- Dulce de leche can be found in the international aisle or made by simmering sweetened condensed milk.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg