Chocolate Tres Leches Cake
A moist and indulgent chocolate cake soaked in a rich blend of milks, perfect for special occasions or weekend treats.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 180 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 5 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Mix sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream in a bowl while the cake is baking.
- Poke holes all over the cake and pour the milk mixture over it once cooled.
- Serve chilled, optionally topping with whipped cream.
Notes
For best flavor, allow the cake to soak overnight. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
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