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Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

Cultural Context

Tres Leches Cake, originating from Latin America, is a beloved dessert that celebrates the richness of milk in a moist, sponge-like cake. Traditionally made with three types of milk, the cake is often served at birthdays and special occasions, symbolizing festivity and indulgence. The chocolate variation adds a delightful twist, making it a favorite for chocolate lovers. Today, Tres Leches Cake is enjoyed in many countries, each adding their unique flair.

MexicanMXdessert
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 eggs
120 grams sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
45 grams oil (1/3 cup)
120 grams all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups regular milk
1/2 cup condensed milk
1/3 cup evaporated milk
200 grams compound chocolate
1/4 cup fresh cream
100 grams chocolate
1/4 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons coconut oil

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk + sugar

Coconut milk provides creaminess, while regular milk + sugar is more cost-effective.

1

Grease the baking pan with oil and line with butter paper.

2

In a bowl, take 4 eggs and add 120 grams of sugar.

3

Beat the mixture until the sugar dissolves in the eggs.

4

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 45 grams of oil, then beat until the volume doubles.

5

In another bowl, mix 120 grams of flour with 1 teaspoon of baking powder.

6

Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture using the cut and fold method.

7

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and tap it a few times.

8

Preheat the oven for 10 minutes and set it to 160°C (320°F).

9

Bake the cake for 25 minutes.

10

Check the cake with a chopstick to see if it's done.

11

Prepare the milk mixture by combining 2 cups of regular milk, 1/2 cup of condensed milk, and 1/3 cup of evaporated milk.

12

Poke holes in the cooled cake and pour the milk mixture over it.

13

Refrigerate the cake for 2-3 hours to soak up the milk.

14

Melt 200 grams of compound chocolate in the microwave with 1/4 cup of fresh cream.

15

Whip 1/4 cup of whipping cream until soft peaks form, then mix in the cooled melted chocolate.

16

Pour the chocolate cream over the cake.

17

Melt the remaining chocolate with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in the microwave and pour it over the cake, spreading it evenly.

18

Melt some white chocolate to create a design on top of the cake.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Tres Leches CakePastel de Tres Leches
Local Name: Pastel de Tres Leches con Chocolate

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