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Mini Tres Leches Cups

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Soft, spongey, and soaked in three luscious milks, these mini tres leches cups are pure indulgence in every spoonful. Topped with a cloud of whipped cream, they’re perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever you’re craving something rich yet refreshing.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1½ teaspoons baking powder

¼ teaspoon salt

5 large eggs, separated

1 cup granulated sugar, divided

1/3 cup whole milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Milk Mixture:

1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk

1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

1/4 cup heavy cream

Topping:

1 cup heavy whipping cream

2 tablespoons powdered sugar

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Ground cinnamon for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini cupcake pan or line with foil liners.

In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.

Beat egg yolks with ¾ cup sugar until pale. Stir in milk and vanilla.

Fold in dry ingredients.

Beat egg whites with remaining sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold gently into batter.

Spoon into prepared cups and bake 12–15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Mix all three milks together. While cakes are warm, poke holes and spoon milk mixture over each. Chill 2+ hours.

Whip cream with sugar and vanilla. Pipe or spoon over cakes and sprinkle with cinnamon.

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