Obleas – Butter Cookies With Dulce De Leche

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 0

Obleas - Delicious Butter Cookies With Dulce De Leche

Obleas – Butter Cookies With Dulce De Leche

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

40 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	16 tablespoons best-quality unsalted butter , softened
	1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
	2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
	1 cup sifted confectioners ' sugar
	1/4 teaspoon fine salt
	1/2 cup dulce de leche

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

264

Sugar

15g

Fat

19g

Obleas are a type of butter cookie that originates from South America. These cookies are made from a simple dough of butter, flour, sugar, and salt and are filled with a creamy, caramel-like dulce de leche. Obleas are a popular treat in many South American countries, including Colombia and Venezuela, where they are sold by street vendors and in markets. They are often eaten as a dessert or as a snack with coffee or tea. The cookies are known for their delicate, crumbly texture and sweet, buttery flavor. This recipe is a classic take on the obleas, with the addition of dulce de leche creating a delicious and indulgent treat.

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, cream the butter with the vanilla extract.
2.	In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, confectioners ' sugar and salt.
3.	Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until thoroughly combined.
4.	Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, knead briefly, and divide it into four portions.
5.	Roll each portion out into a thin round and trim the edges to form a circle.
6.	Spread the dulce de leche over one of the circles, using a knife to spread it evenly.
7.	Stack the other 3 circles on top of this, pressing down gently to form a layered stack.
8.	Refrigerate the stack for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
9.	Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
10.	Cut the stack into thin wedges or squares, using a sharp knife.
11.	Arrange the pieces on the lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
12.	Allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These butter cookies are delicious and easy to make.

They are perfect for serving as a dessert or with a cup of tea or coffee.

The dulce de leche filling adds a rich, caramel flavor to the cookies.

CONS

These cookies are quite high in calories and fat compared to other sweets.

They are best enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies might not be the healthiest option, they do contain some nutrients.
Butter is a rich source of vitamin A, which is good for eye health.
It also contains conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which has been linked to improving body composition and reducing inflammation.
The dulce de leche filling contains calcium and iron, which are important for strong bones and healthy blood.