Strawberry Tres Leches Cake

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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Strawberry Tres Leches Cake