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Ultimate Churro Tres Leches Cake with Cinnamon Sugar Whipped Topping

A moist slice of churro three milks cake topped with whipped cream and sprinkled with cinnamon.
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Make this moist, flavorful cake that combines the rich soak of a traditional tres leches with the warm spice of a churro. This recipe features a cinnamon-infused milk mixture and a simple cinnamon sugar topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
  • Ingredients required by cake mix (usually eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus 2 tablespoons for topping
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus 1/4 cup for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cake batter according to the box directions using the ingredients listed on the box.
  2. Pour the batter into a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  3. Bake the cake according to the box instructions for a 9×13 pan. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes after removing it from the oven.
  4. While the cake cools slightly, prepare the three-milk soak. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, heavy cream, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Poke holes all over the top surface of the warm cake using a fork or skewer, spacing the holes evenly.
  6. Slowly pour the milk mixture evenly over the entire surface of the cake, allowing the liquid to soak in completely. This may take several minutes.
  7. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cake to fully absorb the milk.
  8. Before serving, prepare the topping. In a small bowl, mix the 1/2 cup granulated sugar with the remaining 2 tablespoons of cinnamon until uniform.
  9. Whip 1 cup of heavy cream with the 1/2 cup granulated sugar until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until just combined.
  10. Spread the cinnamon sugar whipped topping over the chilled cake. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cinnamon sugar over the top for a churro finish.

Notes

  • For the best flavor absorption, poke holes deep into the cake before pouring the milk mixture.
  • You can use a stand mixer to whip the cream topping for faster results.
  • If you prefer a firmer topping, use a stabilized whipped cream recipe instead of plain whipped cream.

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