Are you ready to explore the sweet side of Argentina? These 20 traditional Argentinian desserts are absolutely packed with flavor.
I must warn you right now about the dulce de leche situation. If you do not love thick caramel, you might want to look away.
Most of these recipes feature that golden goodness heavily. But if you are like me and crave that sweet milky caramel, you are in for a treat.
Let’s dive into this list of delicious treats!
1. Authentic Tortas Fritas Recipe
You cannot get much better than simple deep fried dough tossed in sugar. These treats are sweet and incredibly simple.
Think of them like flat donuts that do not require yeast. You can get a batch of these on the table in less than 30 minutes.
2. Flan
You will find this caramel custard at almost every celebration in Argentina. It is a humble and classic dessert.
A dollop of dulce de leche makes it even better. This recipe only requires five ingredients.
Just watch the caramel closely so it does not burn.
3. Dulce de Leche Brownies
Imagine thick and fudgy brownies slathered in dulce de leche. You can use a box mix or your own favorite recipe.
Pour half the batter into the pan and then add the caramel. I like to pipe the dulce de leche because it is thick.
You will not want to wait for these to cool before eating.
4. Homemade Dulce de Membrillo (Sweet Quince Paste)
Quince is a fruit similar to a pear or apple. It is not usually eaten raw.
The high pectin content makes it perfect for a paste or gel. It has a sweet and tangy flavor.
This pairs perfectly with cheese on a charcuterie board.
5. Chocotorta
This Argentinian icebox cake is extremely impressive. It features soaked cookies and rich layers of dulce de leche.
The filling mixes with cream cheese for a cheesecake vibe. Try to keep the dulce filling thin to get those amazing layers.
6. Coconut & Dulce De Leche Tart
This tart combines crunchy toasted coconut and creamy dulce de leche. It is as delicious as it is pretty.
I cook the dulce de leche right in the can overnight in a slow cooker. Just keep the can submerged in water.
A tart raspberry jam works as an excellent alternative.
7. Dessert Empanadas (Chocolate & Dulce de Leche Empanadas)
I love the flaky pastry of savory empanadas. These dessert versions might be my new vice.
The pastry includes cocoa powder and cinnamon and coffee. It creates a wonderfully complex flavor.
Try adding a slice of fresh banana to the filling.
8. Alfajores Recipe
You find these cookies all over Latin America. They are buttery and shortbread-like.
You sandwich a thick layer of dulce de leche between them. The filling is thick enough that it does not ooze out.
You can buy a jar or make your own.
9. Dulce de Leche Crepes
You must allow the batter to rest for perfect crepes. You can rest it for 30 minutes or overnight.
Keep the batter thin in the pan. Lather the finished crepes with dulce de leche.
Mix the filling with whipped cream if it is too thick.
10. El Submarino (Argentinian Hot Chocolate Drink)
This drink gets its name from how you make it. You submerge a square of dark chocolate into hot milk.
You really need good quality dark chocolate for this. Feel free to up the sugar or add marshmallows.
11. Pionono Relleno con Dulce de Leche
You will recognize this as a Swiss roll cake. It is a light almond sponge rolled up with filling.
The sponge uses whipped egg whites to get fluffy. Roll the cake while it is hot so it does not crack.
The filling is dulce de leche.
12. How to Make Café Con Leche (Coffee With Milk)
You pronounce this caffay con lechay. It looks like a simple latte but is much stronger.
The milk amount is about double the coffee amount. It still has a fantastic roasted flavor.
13. Alfajores Cupcakes
These cupcakes embody the light texture of alfajores cookies. They are filled with dulce de leche and drizzled with it too.
The whipped coconut cream enhances the flavor. I would also add toasted coconut for texture.
14. Dulce de Leche Ice Cream
An ice cream maker is a worthy investment for this. Homemade ice cream is actually easy to make.
This recipe is super creamy on its own. You can add brownie chunks or candied pecans.
Frozen cheesecake chunks would also be impressive.
15. Homemade Dulce de Leche
You see this ingredient in many recipes on this list. This thick caramel originates from Latin America.
It is very easy to recreate at home. You can use the oven or stovetop or slow cooker.
The main ingredient is simply condensed milk.
16. Dulce de Leche Cronuts
I never made it to the bakery to try these because the lines were too long. Making them at home is the best way to try them.
Frozen croissant dough works great here. The layers are flaky and golden.
A dulce de leche glaze makes them pop.
17. No-Bake Dulce de Leche Cheesecake
I am totally obsessed with cheesecake. I love this no bake recipe for the warmer months.
The crust features pretzels and almond brittle. I recommend making it the day before you need it.
It needs to set overnight.
18. Pasta Frola de Dulce de Membrillo (Quince Tart)
You will love this tart recipe if you like sweet treats. The sweet pastry enhances the flavor of the paste.
It shines just like apricot jam. Raspberry complements the tangy quince very well.
19. Medialunas and Vigilantes (Croissant-style Pastries)
You make these the same way as a traditional croissant. They get an egg wash and sugar glaze after cooking.
Making croissants can take a couple of days. It is so worth it for that first bite.
You can also use frozen dough.
20. Dulce de Leche Gooey Bars
Imagine a thick sugar cookie base slathered in dulce de leche. I love the simplicity of cookie bars.
You just press them into the tin and bake. They will not last long with all that creaminess.
Throw in some dark chocolate chips for flavor.
