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Hazelnut Whipped‑Cream Tres Leches Cake

Recipe by Claire Saffitz x Dessert Person

A rich, dairy‑laden twist on the classic Mexican tres leches cake. A light sponge is lifted with whipped cream, soaked in a mixture of heavy cream, whole milk and sweetened condensed milk, and finished with toasted hazelnuts and a hint of cinnamon.

MediumMexicanServes 18

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Source Video
1h 15m
Prep
30m
Cook
13m
Cleanup
1h 58m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$13.04
Total cost
$0.72
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Prepare pan and preheat oven
  • Whip cream for the sponge
  • Beat eggs and sugar
  • Bake the sponge
  • Cool cake upside down
  • Soak the cake
  • Whip topping cream

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven and hot baking pan with oven mitts.
  • When whipping cream, start on low speed to avoid splattering.
  • Use a sharp knife carefully when slicing.

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