Crumbl Review: Eggnog Tres Leches Cake
This one is definitely one of the more unique items of the week, and it stands out right away because it’s not trying to be a cookie at all — it fully leans into being a cake. And not just any cake, but a tres leches, which means texture and moisture are everything here.
The first thing you notice is how soft and soaked the cake is. It has that classic tres leches texture — light, airy, but also completely saturated so it almost melts as you eat it. It doesn’t feel heavy, even though it’s rich, which is exactly what you want from this style of dessert.
The eggnog flavour is present, but it’s not overpowering. It comes through more as a warm, spiced creaminess rather than that strong, almost sharp eggnog taste some versions have. You get hints of nutmeg and that subtle eggnog richness, but it stays smooth and approachable.
What works really well here is how the flavour is integrated into the cake rather than sitting on top of it. It’s soaked throughout, so every bite has that same consistent taste and texture.
The topping adds another layer of softness and creaminess, which blends seamlessly with the cake itself. There’s no harsh contrast — everything kind of melts together into one smooth, cohesive bite.
If there’s anything to note, it’s that this is very much a “dessert dessert.” It’s not something you casually snack on like a cookie — it’s richer, more filling, and something you’d sit down and actually eat.
But for what it is, it does exactly what it’s supposed to do. It takes a classic tres leches and gives it a seasonal twist without losing what makes it good in the first place.
Final Verdict:
A really well-done seasonal cake. Light, creamy, and smooth with a subtle eggnog flavour that doesn’t overpower.