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Tres Leches Dessert Cups

Decadent Tres Leches Dessert Cups for Effortless Indulgence

Indulge in these delightful Tres Leches Dessert Cups, a simple yet irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 32 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Base
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Follow package instructions for best results.
For the Milk Mixture
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Essential for authentic tres leches flavor.
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk Ensures a moist texture.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Any milk of choice can substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best flavor.
For the Whipped Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be swapped for non-dairy options.
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Sweetens and stabilizes the whipped cream.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Plastic cups

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the cake mix package. Pour the cake batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan and bake until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Cut the baked cake into small, bite-sized cubes after cooling completely.
  3. Fill 32 plastic cups with about two-thirds of the cake cubes, distributing evenly.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, whole milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour the milk mixture over the cake cubes in each cup, allowing for even soaking.
  6. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  7. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the soaked cake in each cup.
  8. Chill the cups for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal taste, let the dessert cups chill overnight. Cover securely to maintain freshness.

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