Chocotorta is a beloved no-bake Argentine dessert that layers chocolate cookies with a rich and creamy filling made of dulce de leche and cream cheese. It’s incredibly easy to make, requires no baking, and offers a perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess. The cookies soften as they absorb the filling, creating a cake-like texture that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients:

• 400 grams chocolate cookies (Chocolinas or similar)
• 500 grams cream cheese
• 500 grams dulce de leche
• 1 cup milk (for dipping the cookies)
• Optional: cocoa powder or grated chocolate for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and dulce de leche. Beat together until smooth and fully incorporated.

2. Dip the Cookies:

   • Pour the milk into a shallow dish. Dip each chocolate cookie into the milk briefly to soften, but don’t let them become too soggy.

3. Layer the Cake:

   • In a rectangular or square dish, create the first layer by placing a row of milk-dipped cookies at the bottom. Cover the cookies with a layer of the cream cheese and dulce de leche mixture.

4. Repeat the Layers:

   • Continue alternating layers of dipped cookies and the cream mixture until you’ve used all the cookies and filling. The final layer should be the cream mixture.

5. Chill:

   • Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and the cookies to soften fully.

6. Serve:

   • Optionally, garnish with cocoa powder or grated chocolate on top before serving. Slice into squares and enjoy!

Nutritional Information (per 100 grams):

• Calories: 400 kcal
• Protein: 6 grams
• Carbohydrates: 54 grams
• Fiber: 2 grams

About the Dish: Chocotorta is an Argentine classic that has been a favorite at birthdays, holidays, and family gatherings for decades. The dessert was created in the 1980s as an easy, delicious treat, combining popular ingredients like chocolate cookies and dulce de leche. Its simplicity, paired with its irresistible taste, has made it a beloved no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. The balance of creamy, rich filling with the softened chocolate cookies creates a wonderfully indulgent treat that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.