I like to keep quick, simple dessert recipes on hand for cravings or unexpected guests. These bars take very little time and are easy to make—perfect if you don’t consider yourself a great baker.
If you enjoy dulce de leche or arequipe, you’ll love these bars. They’re rich, comforting, and make a lovely treat for Easter Sunday or any special occasion.
Buen provecho and happy Easter!
Dulce de Leche or Arequipe Bars
Erica Dinho
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Course Dessert
Cuisine Colombian
Servings 8 servings
Calories 414 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup butter very cold, cut into small pieces
- 1 ½ cups arequipe or dulce de leche
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, oats, salt, brown sugar and cold butter. Mix until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
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Press half of the crumb mixture into a buttered small rectangular baking pan to form an even layer.
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Spread the arequipe or dulce de leche evenly over the base, then sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top and press lightly.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is light golden brown.
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Allow to cool slightly, then cut into bars while still in the pan. Gently lift the bars out to serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 414kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 5gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 46mgSodium: 245mgPotassium: 126mgFiber: 2gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 532IUCalcium: 55mgIron: 2mg
Keyword dulce de leche, dulce de leche recipes
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