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Three Kings Bread Cupcakes

Official ABUELITA™
Three Kings Bread Cupcakes
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Challenging
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
30 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
25 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
12

Three Kings Bread Cupcakes capture the essence of the traditional Three Kings Day celebration with a delightful twist. This recipe from Official ABUELITA™ brings festive flavors into every bite, offering a sweet and memorable treat perfect for any occasion.

These cupcakes begin with the rich and flavorful NESTLÉ® ABUELITA™ Granulated Chocolate Drink Mix, providing a chocolaty foundation that sets the tone for the rest of the dessert. Combined with NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk, the blend becomes a creamy, luscious base, elevating the texture and taste of the cupcakes.

The use of NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® Sweetened Condensed Milk ensures a perfect level of sweetness, adding a smooth and milky element that complements the chocolate notes. For an added touch of authentic flavor, grated NESTLÉ® ABUELITA™ Authentic Mexican Hot Chocolate Drink tablets are incorporated, melting into a decadent mixture that’s hard to resist.

Top these cupcakes with strips of tejocote fruit paste for a burst of fruity goodness that contrasts beautifully with the chocolatey richness. These cupcakes are not just a dessert; they are a celebration of culture, tradition, and the joy of making memories together.

Perfect for dessert enthusiasts and a breeze to make, Three Kings Bread Cupcakes are an ideal dessert for holiday gatherings and all special occasions. This nut-free recipe deliciously showcases the harmonious flavors of traditional Mexican ingredients.

Enjoy every bite of these mouthwatering cupcakes with family and friends, making your holidays even more memorable.

Ingredients

Key Ingredients

A yellow pouch with red labels and a spoon stirring hot chocolate mix into a yellow mug below the Abuelita logo.

Mexican Chocolate Drink Granulated Mix - 11.2oz

(11.2 oz.)
A yellow hexagonal box with the Abuelita logo, red designs and the words "HECHO EN MÉXICO."

Mexican Hot Chocolate - 6 Tablets

(6 Tabs)
A white can of sweetened condensed milk with blue labels beside the La Lechera logo and a plate of flan.

Sweetened Condensed Milk 14 oz Can

(14 oz. Can)

Make It

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350° F. Mix yeast, water and sugar together; let it rest until it doubles in volume. Sift 4 1/4 cups flour and form a well; place melted butter, 3 eggs, 1 cup Abuelita Granulated Chocolate, cinnamon, evaporated milk and the yeast mixture into formed well. Mix all the ingredients, kneading in the grated Abuelita Chocolate until it forms a soft, smooth and elastic dough. Let it rest in a greased bowl covered with a damp cloth until it doubles in volume.

Step 2

Divide dough into 12 equal portions. Place into a cupcake or muffin pan. Brush with a little oil and cover with a damp cloth. Let rest for 15 minutes.

Step 3

For the paste, beat remaining 3/4 cup Abuelita Granulated Chocolate, shortening, softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, remaining cup of flour and baking powder. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Brush dough with remaining egg. Cut 12 pieces of the paste mixture and place them on the cupcakes. Bake for 25 minutes. Cool before serving. Decorate with tejocote paste and dolls.

Ingredients

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