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Luscious Strawberry Tres Leches Cake Everyone Will Love!

Luscious Strawberry Tres Leches Cake Everyone Will...

A delightful and moist tres leches cake infused with fresh strawberries, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour and baking powder; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with whole milk, until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk.
  8. Once the cake is baked, let it cool for 10 minutes, then poke holes all over the top with a fork.
  9. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
  10. Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  11. Before serving, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form and spread over the cake.
  12. Top with sliced strawberries and serve chilled.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh strawberries.
  • This cake can be made a day in advance for enhanced flavor.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

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