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Carrot Cake Tres Leches Cups

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Carrot Cake Tres Leches Cups are a decadent dessert merging moist carrot cake with a rich tres leches milk mixture. Each cup is infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, then topped with a fluffy cream cheese frosting that brings everything together. Ideal for any occasion, these cups not only look stunning but also deliver unforgettable flavors that will leave your guests raving. Perfectly portioned, they offer a delightful balance of sweetness and creaminess in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup shredded carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup evaporated milk
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and shredded carrots.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs and oil until frothy; then fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  4. Pour batter into prepared tins, filling each halfway. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. While cooling, mix condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk in a separate bowl.
  6. Once cupcakes are cool, poke holes in each and drizzle the milk mixture generously until soaked.
  7. Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth; frost the tops of each cupcake.

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Keywords: For gluten-free options, substitute regular flour with gluten-free flour blend. You can add crushed pineapple for extra flavor or top the cups with chopped nuts or coconut flakes for added texture.

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