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Tres Leches Cake with Whipped Cream and Strawberries

Tres Leches Cake with Whipped Cream and Strawberries
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Tres Leches Cake with Whipped Cream and Strawberries, a dessert that’s sure to impress at any gathering. This moist sponge cake is soaked in a luscious blend of three milks, creating an irresistible creamy texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and fresh strawberries, this cake is not only visually appealing but also a crowd favorite. Perfect for birthdays, family dinners, or simply as a sweet treat after a long day, this recipe is straightforward and allows you to prepare it ahead of time for stress-free entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 5 large eggs (separated)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
  • 0.33 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cake)
  • 12 oz evaporated milk
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 0.5 cup whole milk or heavy cream (for soaking)
  • 1.5 cups cold heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
  • 1.5 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until pale; mix in whole milk and vanilla.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. In another bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually add remaining sugar until stiff peaks form.
  6. Fold egg whites into the batter gently.
  7. Pour into a greased baking dish; bake for about 25-30 minutes.
  8. Allow the cake to cool completely before poking holes in it with a fork.
  9. Whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and additional milk; pour over the cooled cake to soak.
  10. Refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight.
  11. Before serving, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff; spread over the cake and top with sliced strawberries.

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