The Ultimate Biscoff Tres Leches Cake 🍰✨
If you are looking for a dessert that will literally make everyone ask you for the recipe, this is it! 🥹🤎
This Biscoff Tres Leches Cake is the perfect mashup of a classic, creamy tres leches and the warm, spiced flavor of Biscoff cookies. I used a French Vanilla box mix as a shortcut, but I upgraded it with my favorite Box Mix Hack (milk, butter, and an extra egg!) AND added a scoop of Biscoff cookie butter right into the batter.
The best part? The 3-milk soak also has Biscoff cookie butter mixed in, and it chills in the freezer overnight for the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a cozy weekend treat!
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🍫 INGREDIENTS:
For the Cake (Box Mix Hack + Biscoff):
• 1 box Betty Crocker French Vanilla Cake Mix
• 4 large eggs (instead of 3)
• 1 cup milk (instead of water)
• 1/2 cup salted butter, melted (instead of oil)
• 1 big spoonful of Biscoff Cookie Butter
For the Tres Leches Soak:
• 1 can (12 oz) Evaporated Milk
• 1 can (14 oz) Sweetened Condensed Milk
• Splash of milk (to thin the mixture)
• 1 spoonful of Biscoff Cookie Butter
For the Topping:
• 1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip (thawed)
• 1/3 cup Biscoff Creamy Cookie Butter
• 1 package Biscoff Cookies, crushed
👩🍳 INSTRUCTIONS:
1️⃣ Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
2️⃣ Mix: In a large bowl, whisk the 4 eggs, 1 cup milk, and melted butter. Add the cake mix and a big spoonful of Biscoff cookie butter. Whisk until smooth.
3️⃣ Bake: Pour into the pan and bake according to the box instructions. Let it cool completely.
4️⃣ Poke: Once cool, use a fork to poke holes all over the top of the cake.
5️⃣ Soak: In a bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, a splash of regular milk, and a spoonful of Biscoff cookie butter. Slowly pour the mixture evenly over the entire cake.
6️⃣ Freeze: Cover and place in the freezer overnight. This gives it the best, fudgiest texture!
7️⃣ Frost: In a bowl, mix the thawed Cool Whip with the Biscoff cookie butter until smooth. Spread generously over the chilled cake.
8️⃣ Decorate: Top with crushed Biscoff cookies and a drizzle of melted Biscoff butter. Slice and enjoy! ✨
💡 Baking Tip: Freezing overnight is the secret to getting those perfect, clean slices that hold their shape!
💬 Let’s chat: Are you a Tres Leches lover or a chocolate cake person? Let me know in the comments! 👇
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If you're a dessert lover looking to tantalize your taste buds with a unique twist on a classic, this Biscoff Tres Leches Cake is a game-changer. I've tried several variations of tres leches, but adding Biscoff cookie butter both in the batter and the soak takes the richness and spice to a whole new level. The key to this cake's incredible texture is not just the combination of the three milks but also the freezing step overnight. This simple trick transforms the cake, making it fudgier and easier to slice cleanly—something I’ve learned from repeated trials. In my experience, using a box mix for the base is an efficient shortcut, especially when upgraded with the addition of an extra egg, milk instead of water, and melted butter instead of oil. This 'box mix hack' creates a denser, more flavorful cake that stands up well to the heavy milk soak. The inclusion of Biscoff cookie butter adds a warm cinnamon and caramel hint, beautifully complementing the creamy dairy flavors. When preparing the milk soak, I highly recommend whisking in the Biscoff cookie butter thoroughly to prevent clumping and ensure a smooth, spiced syrup that soaks evenly into the cake. Also, don’t rush the chilling process; letting the cake rest overnight in the freezer allows the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up, resulting in moist, melt-in-your-mouth bites. For toppings, mixing Cool Whip with Biscoff butter enhances the creamy layer on top without overpowering the delicate balance of flavors beneath. I always finish by sprinkling crushed Biscoff cookies on top—it adds a delightful crunch that contrasts nicely with the softness of the cake. This recipe is perfect for parties or special occasions where you want to impress without spending hours baking from scratch. Plus, the nostalgic flavor of Biscoff combined with the traditional tres leches soaks is sure to appeal to both cookie lovers and tres leches fans alike. Give it a try, and you’ll likely find yourself making this dessert again and again!
Omg I am so going to make this !!! I love anything and everything biscoff