Strawberry Crunch Tres Leches Cake
Strawberry Crunch Tres Leches Cake is a vibrant dessert that combines the classic tres leches with the refreshing flavor of strawberries and a delightful crunch. This airy cake, soaked in three milks, is topped with whipped cream and crunchy cereal, making it a perfect showstopper for birthdays or any festive occasion. Not only does it taste divine, but its stunning presentation will impress your guests and make any gathering feel like a celebration.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 10 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup cereal crumbs (like Golden Oreos)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy; add whole milk and melted butter. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
- Mix sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk in a bowl.
- Poke holes in cooled cakes and drizzle the milk mixture over them.
- Whip heavy cream with vanilla until soft peaks form; spread over soaked cakes. Top with sliced strawberries and cereal crumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320 calories
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg