Individual Tres Leches Cups

Official LA LECHERA®
Individual Tres Leches Cups
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Challenging
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
23 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
7 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
8
Individual Tres Leches Cups offer a tantalizing taste of Latin American decadence right in a convenient, single-serving form. This sumptuous dessert from Official LA LECHERA® combines rich Mexican tradition with effortless elegance, making it perfect for any occasion. Indulge in the velvety texture, made with NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® Sweetened Condensed Milk, which imparts a delicate sweetness that harmonizes beautifully with the smoothness of NESTLÉ® Media Crema. The addition of NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk lends a creamy depth to the dish, ensuring that each bite is sweeter than the last.

The Individual Tres Leches Cups are perfect for those celebrating milestones, hosting gatherings, or seeking a delightful finish to a meal. While decadent and flavorful, they embody the beauty of simplicity, with a skill level that’s accessible to both beginners and seasoned chefs alike. Experience the unmistakable richness of a true tres leches cake encapsulated in these delightful cups, a nod to time-honored Latin American traditions that’s nut-free, suiting modern dietary preferences with classic flavors.

Make It

Step 1

Cut the cake into irregular pieces and divide into 8 dessert cups.

Step 2

Combine sweetened condensed milk and evaporated milk in a medium saucepan; heat just until hot. Remove from heat and add media crema, stirring well to avoid lumps.

Step 3

Pour milk mixture into the 8 glasses until each one is well moistened and a little cream remains on the bottom. Set aside.

Step 4

Combine egg whites and sugar in a bowl and place in a boiling water bath. Begin beating with an electric mixer on high speed while still in the water bath to form a firm and shiny meringue.

Step 5

Decorate each glass with the freshly prepared meringue; use a kitchen torch to brown the meringues before serving.

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