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Chocolate Tres Leches Cake: Indulge in This Decadent Recipe!

Indulge in this decadent Chocolate Tres Leches Cake, a rich and moist dessert soaked in three types of milk.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup whole milk for milk mixture
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for whipped topping
  • Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the sugar and softened butter together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the whole milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
  6. Once cooled, poke holes all over the top of the cake using a fork or skewer. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk. Pour the milk mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  7. Before serving, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until soft peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake. Garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24g

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, try adding a teaspoon of espresso powder to the batter.
  • You can also substitute the cocoa powder with a flavored powder like matcha for a unique twist.

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