Dulce de Leche Desserts
There’s something magical about dulce de leche. That rich, caramel-like spread makes any dessert feel extra special, like a little spoonful of indulgence. Whether swirled into brownies, drizzled over cheesecake, or tucked inside cookies, it adds that creamy, dreamy sweetness you just can’t get from anything else.
If you’ve ever opened a can and caught yourself sneaking a taste (or three), you already know it’s hard to resist. And the best part? You don’t need fancy ingredients or techniques to make it a show-stopping dessert.
In this post, I’m sharing some of my favorite ways to use dulce de leche—easy, crowd-pleasing treats that will have everyone asking for the recipe.
What is Dulce de Leche?
Dulce de leche is a sweet, thick, caramel-like sauce made by slowly heating sweetened milk until it turns golden brown and rich in flavor. The name translates to “sweet milk” in Spanish, and that’s exactly what it is—milk and sugar cooked down into a luscious, creamy treat.
It’s often compared to caramel, but the two are quite different. Caramel is made by heating sugar on its own, while dulce de leche gets its flavor and texture from the slow cooking of milk and sugar together. The result is smoother, creamier, and a little more mellow than traditional caramel.
You can find it canned at most grocery stores (look near the condensed milk) or make your own at home. Try my Instant Pot Dulce de Leche. Either way, it’s a delicious shortcut to instantly elevate your favorite desserts.
Dulce de Leche Desserts
- Dulce de Leche Bars
- Dulce de Leche Coffee Milkshake
- Caramel Cookie Cups
- Salted Caramel Brownies
- Caramel Apple Pizza – Use dulce de leche for the sauce.
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thanks for including my tart! it is so good, it’s dangerous! i was so upset when i learned that President’s Choice is no longer carrying dulce de leche!
Caramel is my absolute weakness! these look so yum
You’re trying to make us all fat 🙂
My mouth is watering! I am not sure which one I would like to try first.
These look sooo yummy!! I am falling in love with Pinterest FAST!! Just “hopped” over from Shopping for Saving’s pinterest link up!
I need to spend more time on Pinterest…..I love me some goovey caramel. Looks gorgeous!
Stacie, you find the best things on Pinterest! Those are soo heavenly looking – and not good when I’m trying to eat healthy, lol!
Thanks for linking up to Pinterest Monday!
Good gods, Stacie, you do realize that some of us are on diets, don’t you/ LOL! You’re torturing me! I so want that pie one (the 4th from the top).
oh my goodness… that all looks so good!!!!
I gave your sinful post a PIN! LOL! So yummy and thanks for linking up in my Saturday Pinterest post! Susie
Sorry it took me awhile to comment, I was wiping the drool off my keyboard. YUM!
Oh Wow! Lots and lots of yummy looking treats!!!
oh so yummy. Yep, weight loss is going to be so hard when I see these posts! lol
That first photo reminds me of Coronado from Mexico. It’s very similar, but made from goats milk.