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Easy Strawberry Tres Leches Cake Recipe
Easy Strawberry Tres Leches Cake Recipe
"This Easy Strawberry Tres Leches Cake recipe is a delicious twist on the Latin American classic. It features a fluffy sponge cake soaked in a sweet milk mixture made with strawberry puree and strawberry jam, then topped with fluffy whipped cream and fresh strawberries. This strawberry version brings a rich strawberry flavor that feels like summer any time of the year. With its no butter cake base, moist texture, and indulgent strawberry twist, it’s one of those types of cakes you’ll want to make again and again. Next time you’re craving something special, a Tres Leches Cake is the perfect choice!"
Serves18 people
Preparation Time45 min
Cooking Time30 min
Cooking MethodOven
Cooking Vessel Size9x13 pan
Ingredients
- (16-ounce) Fresh Strawberries
- 1 cup Strawberry Jam, Preserves, or Spread
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Granulated White Sugar
- 8 eachs Large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 can Evaporated Milk
- 1 cup Whole Milk
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar
INSTRUCTIONS
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Dice and blend the strawberries (reserving 3-4 for garnish) in an electric blender with the lemon zest until smooth. Let the puree macerate for 30–60 minutes to infuse the strawberry flavors. This step is essential for creating the perfect fruit topping.
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After macerating, add the strawberry jam to the puree and blend until smooth. Set aside.
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Preheat the oven to 350°f (180°c). Grease a 13x9-inch pan.
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In a bowl, sift together the flour mixture: all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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Using the whisk attachment on a stand mixer (or a bowl and the hand mixer), beat the egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
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In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks on medium-high speed until they become pale yellow and fluffy for about 3 minutes. Add the sugar and vanilla, beating until well combined.
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Incorporate the whipped whites into the egg yolk mixture and blend. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the egg mixture in two additions, using low speed or a spatula to fold gently until combined. Avoid overmixing.
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Transfer batter into the prepared pan. Drizzle about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of the strawberry puree over the cake batter and swirl gently with a butter knife for a marbled effect. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Finish the Strawberry Milk Mixture and Soak the Cake
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Add the three milks (sweetened condensed, evaporated and whole milks) to the remaining fruit puree in the blender. Blend at the lowest speed until just combined to avoid air bubbles. Once the cake has finished baking and is still warm, poke holes all over the cake using a fork or wooden skewer. This helps the strawberry milk mixture penetrate the cake entirely. Slowly pour milk mixture evenly over the top of the hot cake, making sure it reaches the bottom of the cake. If the mixture soaks unevenly, gently lift the sides of the cake to allow better absorption. Continue to poke the cake if needed to ensure it becomes perfectly soaked. Let the cake rest and cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
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Prepare the whipped topping, Frost and Decorate The Cake Beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla at medium speed using an electric mixer until soft peaks. Spread the whipped cream topping evenly over the top of cake. In a small bowl, toss the reserved sliced strawberries with the strawberry jam to lightly coat them. Decorate the cake with the glazed strawberries as a final touch Your tres leches strawberry cake is now ready to serve! Enjoy this creamy, fruity, and indulgent dessert with family and friends! Buen Provecho!
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