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Heavenly Cajeta Vanilla Bliss Cake

Heavenly Cajeta Vanilla Bliss Cake

Indulge in the Heavenly Cajeta Vanilla Bliss Cake, a rich dessert with gooey cajeta and creamy vanilla layers. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Calories: 291
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cajeta (Mexican sweet milk)
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 6 oz cream cheese
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon bicarbonate
  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla essence
  • ½ cup sour cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Blender
  • Baking pan
  • Aluminum foil
  • Water bath setup

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and spray the baking pan with oil. Pour cajeta into the bottom.
  1. Blend the evaporated milk, cream cheese, 3 eggs, and half a cup of sugar until smooth.
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and bicarbonate.
  1. Beat the butter with the remaining sugar until fluffy, add the last egg and vanilla, then alternate incorporating the flour mixture with the sour cream.
  1. Pour the butter mixture over the cajeta layer, spoon the creamy base on top, cover with foil, and bake in a water bath for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 291kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 74mgSodium: 162mgPotassium: 159mgSugar: 17gVitamin A: 487IUCalcium: 127mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To enhance the caramel flavor, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on the cajeta before adding the batter. This cake is best served chilled.
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