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Decadent Mocha Tres Leches Cake

Decadent Mocha Tres Leches Cake

Experience the rich flavors of Decadent Mocha Tres Leches Cake, a delightful twist on a classic dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Latino
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Make sure it’s fresh.
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened natural cocoa.
  • 4 large Eggs Use room temperature for fluffiness.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Alternative sweeteners can be used.
  • 1 cup Milk Non-dairy milk can substitute.
For the Tres Leches Soak
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Essential for the soak.
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk Dairy-free version can be used.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Non-dairy whipped cream can substitute.
  • 1 cup Brewed Coffee (Espresso) Use strong coffee for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens whipped topping.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 tbsp Instant Coffee Optional for stronger coffee flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch pan.
  2. Sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cocoa powder.
  3. Beat eggs and sugar until thick and pale, about 7 minutes.
  4. Fold dry ingredients into the egg mixture and add milk until combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 22 to 25 minutes.
  6. Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, heavy cream, brewed coffee, and cocoa.
  7. Poke holes in the cooled cake and pour the mocha milk mixture over it evenly.
  8. Cover and chill the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  10. Spread whipped cream over the chilled cake and dust with cocoa or add chocolate curls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Dust the top with cocoa powder or chocolate curls for a stylish finish. This cake is perfect for gatherings.

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