Strawberry Tres Leches Cake
- 🎂 1 box of strawberry cake mix
- 🥚 3 eggs
- 🥛 1 cup milk
- 🫒 1/2 cup oil
- 🥛 1 and 1/2 cups regular milk
- 🥫 1 12oz can evaporated milk
- 🍯 1 14oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 🏺 2 cups heavy cream
- 🍚 1/3 cup of powdered sugar
- 🍪 15 golden Oreos or any brand
- 🍓 2 tablespoons strawberry jello powder
- 🧈 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
Strawberry Tres Leches Cake is a scrumptious variation of the traditional Latin American dessert with a twist of strawberry flavor. This luscious cake features a fluffy strawberry sponge that is generously soaked in a rich, creamy milk mixture. The cake is elegantly topped with a layer of velvety whipped cream and accented by a delightful strawberry crunch crumble, providing a perfect balance of moistness, sweetness, and texture. This impressive cake is perfectly suited for any gathering or celebration, promising to appeal to a wide audience with its vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation.
Strawberry Tres Leches Cake
Indulge in this moist and delicious Strawberry Tres Leches Cake, a delightful twist on the classic Latin American dessert. This cake combines a fluffy strawberry-flavored sponge soaked in a rich milk mixture, topped with velvety whipped cream and a crunchy strawberry crumble. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
🎂 1 box of strawberry cake mix
🥚 3 eggs
🥛 1 cup milk
🫒 1/2 cup oil
Milk Mixture:
🥛 1 and 1/2 cups regular milk
🥫 1 12oz can evaporated milk
🍯 1 14oz can sweetened condensed milk
Whipped Cream:
🏺 2 cups heavy cream
🍚 1/3 cup of powdered sugar
Strawberry Crunch Crumble:
🍪 15 golden Oreos or any brand
🍓 2 tablespoons strawberry jello powder
🧈 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
Instructions
1- Preheat and Prepare Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13 inch cake pan with butter or baking spray.
2- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a large bowl, mix together the eggs, milk, and oil.
- Add the strawberry cake mix.
- Whisk until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
3- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the greased pan.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes.
4- Prepare the Milk Mixture:
- In a separate bowl, mix together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and regular milk until well combined.
5- Whip the Cream:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
6- Make the Strawberry Crunch Crumble:
- Crush the cookies in a food processor until crumbly and place them in a bowl.
- Add the strawberry jello powder and melted butter.
- Mix to combine thoroughly.
7- Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, pierce it all over with a fork.
- Gradually pour the milk mixture over it, allowing it to absorb fully.
- Refrigerate the cake for about 1 hour to set.
8- Top the Cake:
- When ready to serve, spread the whipped cream evenly over the cake.
- Sprinkle the strawberry crunch crumble over the top as a delicious garnish.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (including cooling and refrigeration)
Servings: 12 servings
Calories per Serving: Approximately 380 calories
Proteins: 6g
Fats: 21g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Equipment: Oven, mixing bowls, whisk, food processor, 9x13 inch cake pan
Cooking Tips
- For best results, ensure the cake is completely cooled before pouring the milk mixture.
- Chill the whipped cream in a refrigerator before whipping for better volume.
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