Strawberry Tres Leches Cake Recipe

This decadent cake is a delightful fusion of flavors, featuring moist sponge cake soaked in three types of milk, topped with a luscious strawberry cream frosting.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup evaporated milk
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk

For the Strawberry Cream Frosting:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cake:
   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
   • Alternately add dry ingredients and milk mixture to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
   • Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Milk Mixture:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together whole milk, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk.
3. Soak the Cake:
   • Once the cake is completely cool, poke holes all over the top with a fork.
   • Slowly pour the milk mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
4. Prepare the Strawberry Cream Frosting:
   • In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
   • Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until combined.
   • Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
5. Frost the Cake:
   • Once the cake is fully soaked, spread the strawberry cream frosting evenly over the top.
   • Decorate with additional strawberries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce, if desired.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
   • Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!