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Cookie Butter Tres Leches Cake

Indulge in Cookie Butter Tres Leches Cake Bliss

Experience the delectable fusion of decadent cookie butter and classic tres leches in this irresistible dessert, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Cake Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour, but texture may vary.
  • 1 cup Biscoff Cookies (finely ground) Use gingersnap or similar cookies as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional; can replace with nutmeg for a different flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Table salt can be used in half the quantity.
  • 1 cup Sugar Brown sugar can give a deeper flavor.
  • 4 large Eggs (separated) Aquafaba can be used for a vegan version—1 tablespoon per egg.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla can be used in a pinch.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Can be omitted but may reduce fluffiness.
For the Tres Leches Mixture
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (divided) Whole milk can be used, but cream yields a richer flavor.
  • 1 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Evaporated milk mixed with sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Non-dairy evaporated milk alternatives are available.
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Cookie Butter Peanut butter or other nut butters can work, but flavor will change.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream (for topping) Can substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Confectioners' Sugar Granulated sugar can be used, but blending is recommended before whipping.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (for topping) Can omit if not desired.
  • 1 cup Crushed Biscoff Cookies (for garnish) Can replace with any flavored cookie crumble.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cake flour, finely ground Biscoff cookies, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and kosher salt.
  3. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the sugar and egg yolks until pale and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and heavy cream and mix until combined.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture with a spatula until no streaks remain.
  5. Whip the egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form, then fold into the batter in three batches.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smooth the top, and bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While the cake is baking, whisk together the remaining heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and warmed cookie butter.
  8. Poke holes evenly across the top of the warm cake, then pour the tres leches mixture over the cake and let it cool for 30 minutes.
  9. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  10. Whip the heavy whipping cream with confectioners' sugar and cinnamon until it reaches desired stiffness, then spread over the chilled cake and garnish with crushed Biscoff cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

For best results, chill overnight and use fresh baking powder. Customize toppings to your preference.

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