How to Make Dulce de Leche Dessert Shots (Easy No-Bake Recipe)

Do you love quick, creamy desserts with an irresistible touch? Then, these dulce de leche mini-desserts cups or desserts shooters are going to be your new obsession.

In this post, I'll show you step by step how to make these dulce de leche desserts shots, ideas for presentation, and practical tips to make them look spectacular for any occasion.

These dulce de leche desserts cups are easy and delicious, perfect whether you're making them to sell, gift, or enjoy at home. I promise they'll be a hit. Let's jump in!

What are Dessert cups, desserts Shots or Mini Shooters?

Desserts cups or desserts shots, also known as shooters have become super popular because they're easy to make, budget-friendly, and visually striking. This particular one combines the creamy texture of dulce de leche with soft layers that you can customize to your liking.

Best of all, you can serve them in disposable, acrylic, or shot glasses and personalize them for parties, family gatherings, or even as a product for your business.

If you enjoy easy no-bake mini dessert recipes, don't miss my Oreo dessert shots and strawberry shooters, two of the most popular mini desserts on the blog.

Ingredients for Dulce de Leche Dessert Shots:

250g Lotus Biscoff cookies, crushed

226g cream cheese (softened but still cold)

350g dulce de leche

240g cold heavy cream

20g powdered milk

25g powdered sugar

1/2 tsp clear vanilla

Assembly & Decoration:

350g melted dulce de leche

14 shot glasses (3.7 oz each)

1M piping tip (Wilton)

Piping bags

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Step-by-Step Instructions

For the Cookie Base / crust

In a processor or blender, crush the cookies until very fine.

Dulce de Leche Filling

In a bowl, combine the cream cheese and dulce de leche. Beat until smooth, scraping the edges and bottom as needed.

Add the cold heavy cream and beat at medium speed until the mixture forms small peaks, do not overbeat.

Chantilly or Whipped Cream

To get the best results, chill the mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for at least 30 minutes before whipping.

Combine the cold heavy cream, powdered milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Beat on low or medium until soft peaks form and again, don't overbeat. When properly whipped, the cream will hold stiff peaks.

How to Assemble and Decorate Dessert Shots

Layer the dessert in the shot glasses: start with about 1 tbsp of crushed cookies, then dollop on the filling, and repeat (the number of layers is up to your preference, used two in the example-photo).

Use the piping bag fitted with a 1M tip to pipe Chantilly whipped cream on top.

Finish with crushed cookies as garnish

Storage and Make ahead Instructions

Keep the desserts shots or desserts cups refrigerated until serving or setting up a dessert table.

They'll stay fresh for up to 3 days when well covered.

Do not freeze, as the texture of the cream changes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I prepare them a day ahead of the event?

Of course! They taste even better, as the layers settle. I recommend making them at least one day in advance.

Can I substitute dulce de leche with caramel?

Sure! while the flavor will differ, it'll still be delicious.

How many dessert cups or dessert shots does this recipe yield?

Approximately 14 servings of 4 oz each.

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