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Kulfi Tres Leches Cupcakes

Indulge in Kulfi Tres Leches Cupcakes for a Sweet Fusion Treat

Experience the delightful fusion of Indian Kulfi and Mexican Tres Leches in these delicious cupcakes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 34 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Indian, Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 box Vanilla Cake Mix Use a box mix for convenience.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Consider adding rose water for extra flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Omit for a lighter cupcake.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Substitutes can be used.
Milk Mixture
  • 1 tbsp Rose Water Optional; skip for simpler flavor.
  • 1 pinch Saffron Threads Can swap with turmeric for color.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cardamom Cinnamon is a good alternative.
Whipped Frosting
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Use high-fat content for stability.
  • 1/2 cup Powder Sugar Blend granulated sugar for grain-free.
Topping
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios Almonds or sunflower seeds can substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Rose Petals Ensure they are food-grade.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • saucepan

Method
 

Making the Cupcakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with liners.
  2. Mix batter according to vanilla cake mix instructions until smooth. Fill each liner about 3/4 full and bake for 10-14 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. In a small saucepan, warm whole milk with saffron and cardamom. Mix with evaporated and sweetened condensed milk. Chill until ready to use.
  4. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar in a large bowl until fluffy with stiff peaks. Chill until ready to use.
  5. Poke holes in the tops of cooled cupcakes, pour 1-2 tablespoons of the milk mixture over each, and let sit for 10 minutes before refrigerating for 1 hour.
  6. Frost each soaked cupcake generously with whipped cream frosting and garnish with chopped pistachios and rose petals before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality saffron and cardamom to enhance flavor. Refrigerate covered for optimal freshness.

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