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Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

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A rich and moist twist on the classic Latin American dessert, this Chocolate Tres Leches Cake is soaked in a chocolate-infused three-milk mixture and topped with fluffy whipped cream.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 5 large eggs, separated
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in milk and vanilla.
  4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter until no white streaks remain.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes. Then use a fork to poke holes all over the cake.
  9. In a bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, whole milk, and chocolate syrup. Slowly pour this mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
  10. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  11. Before serving, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over the cake.
  12. Garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder if desired, then slice and serve.

Notes

  • Make sure to let the cake chill thoroughly so it absorbs the milk mixture well.
  • Use good-quality cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor.
  • You can make this cake a day in advance for even better flavor.

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