Loukoumades Tres Leches
A creative twist on traditional Mexican tres leches cake, incorporating the sweetness of Greek loukoumades. Fermented honey adds depth to this dessert.
Ingredients
- ●1 package (about 20 pieces) Loukoumades
- ●1 cup, fermented Honey
- ●1 can (14.4 oz) Heavy Cream
- ●1 can (12 oz) Evaporated Milk
- ●1 can (14 oz) Condensed Milk
- ●1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- ●2 cups Powdered Sugar
- ●1 tsp Cinnamon
- ●4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- 2
Pierce the loukoumades with a fork to allow syrup to penetrate.
- 3
In a large saucepan, combine honey, heavy cream, evaporated milk, and condensed milk.
- 4
Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot and the honey is dissolved.
- 5
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- 6
Place the loukoumades in a large baking dish and pour the tres leches mixture over them.
- 7
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the loukoumades are golden brown.
- 8
Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
- 9
Drizzle with melted butter and sprinkle with powdered sugar and cinnamon.
- 10
Serve warm or at room temperature.