Today I am going to take you all on a dessert adventure by sharing symphony of sweet flavors in every bite of this heavenly Strawberry Tres Leches Cake.
It is not just a simple cake, this recipe of Tres Leches Cake with Strawberry results in moist and creamy cake that is blended in a rich mixture of three milks (Evaporated Milk, Condense Milk, and Whole Milk) with cream, where each bite is packed with the tangy essence of fresh strawberries.
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Strawberry Tres Leches Cake; A Delightful Twist!
This Strawberry Tres Leches Cake is a delightful twist on the classic Tres Leches Cake Recipe with a mix of seasonal fruit into every layer, making it a refreshing treat that’s perfect for any occasion to feed the crowds.
This Recipe of Strawberry Tres Leches cake is very easy-to-follow that is a perfect combination of everything I adore about lightness, freshness, and joy wrapped up in one delicious bite.
This Recipe is rich with flavors that are sweet with a blend of tangy strawberries complementing the creamy base. Just perfect for a family gathering or even for simply treating yourself on a quiet afternoon, this Strawberry Tres Leches Cake can transform any moment into something special.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your mixing bowls and make this Recipe with Strawberry Leches and a strawberry topping. I am sure you will love this fruity new take on Tres Leches Cake!
Tips and Tricks for Perfection!
Before we move on to the recipe, lets first talk about tips and tricks to make perfect Strawberry Tres Leches Cake.
- To make the cake fluffier and soft so that it can soak up the leches to max, always beat the egg whites separately from the rest of the cake.
- It is preferred to use ripe, juicy strawberries for the best flavor but if you don’t have fresh strawberries, you can always use the frozen ones but make sure to thaw them before blending.
- Make sure the cake is cooled before pouring the leches mixtures to prevent the cake form disintegrating.
- For the best flavor and texture, refrigerate the cake overnight so that the leches soak in well.
- For maximum absorption of tres leches, make ample holes in the cake with the help of chopstick. You can also use fork or toothpick.
- Add the strawberries and whipped cream on top of the cake when all the leches are soaked up completely so that the berries don’t bleed into the whipped cream.
- You can also adjust the sweetness of the tres leches mixture as per your likings before pouring over the cake.
- For the most refreshing experience, serve the cake chilled.
How to Make Strawberry Tres Leches Cake!
You just need a few ingredients to make this Strawberry Tres Leches Recipe that’s for sure going to be the star of every party. Perfect for when you need to feed a crowd. Just have a bite and you will know why everyone loves this rich cake. It is so filling and creamy that even a small slice goes a long way.
Let’s discuss how you can make this delicious delight in details. You can check recipe card for complete recipe.
Ingredients For Tres Leches;
- ½ Lbs. fresh or frozen strawberries
- ½ Cup Sweetened Condense Milk
- ½ Cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Evaporated Milk
- ½ Cup Whole Milk
For The Cake;
- 1 Cup all-purpose Flour
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 Tsp. Baking Powder
- 5 Large Eggs (white and yolks separated)
- 1 Tsp. Vanilla Extract
For The Topping;
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- ½ Cup Sugar
- ½ Lb. Strawberries (diced)
- Few Drops of Strawberry Essence
Instructions For the Strawberry Tres Leches:
I start my recipe by making strawberry milk.
- Add strawberries in a bowl and make puree with the help of a hand blender. You can add sugar as well but I don’t personally prefer adding sugar here because when we add condense milk it will be sweet enough.
- Now add condense milk, evaporated milk, cream and regular milk in strawberry puree and blend until smooth mixture is formed. Strain the tres leches once to get a smoother mixture.
- You can add cream at the end to prevent the mixture from getting too thick.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour or until needed.
For the Cake:
- For making this dessert you can use strawberry cake mix box but I prefer making my sponge base cake from scratch.
- If you are using box of strawberry cake mix, just prepare and bake according to the package instructions in a preheated oven.
- To make it from scratch, first preheat the oven at 350°F (175°C). Grease the 9*13 inches casserole.
- Then Separate egg whites form yolks. Beat the egg whites with sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Then add egg yolks and beat until you get a pale yellow mixture.
- In a separate bowl mix dry ingredients together and now add them in egg mixture by gradually folding the flour.
- Pour the batter into the cake pan or casserole and bake for about 30 minutes, until golden brown, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean.
- When the cake comes out of the oven, allow it to cool and then poke it with a chopstick or a fork.
- Now pour the strawberry tres leches on top of the cake and put it in the fridge so that the cake soaks up the milk.
For the best result it is recommended to refrigerate it overnight so that the strawberry milk soaks into the cake completely.
For The Topping:
- To make cake topping, whip together cream and icing sugar. Add a few drops of strawberry essence and mix.
- After leches being fully absorbed and the cake is all soaked up, top it with whipped cream.
- Finally add sliced strawberries on the top to garnish.
- Slice and serve the Strawberry Tres Leches Cake cold.
Notes:
- I prefer to prepare this dessert a day in advance because this cake tastes much better the next day as the flavors are blended together well.
- You can use variety of other berries as well like blueberries, or raspberries for a twist.
- To enhance the strawberry flavor, you can drizzle strawberry syrup on the top.
- You can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This will make the cake moister.
- This Recipe of Tres Leches Cake with Strawberry is a sweet and tangy twist on a beloved traditional dessert. Perfect for parties, gathering and all sorts of celebrations, this combination of light sponge cake, creamy milk soak, and fresh strawberries is pure dessert bliss.
Do try this delicious sweet treat and share your thoughts in the comments below on how it came out. Also if you want to try other dessert recipes, here is one of my favorite 4 Ingredient Puff Pastry Dessert Recipe with Nutella!
Strawberry Tres Leches Cake
Equipment
- 1 Electric Oven
- 1 9*13 inch Casserole
Ingredients
For The Strawberry Leches
- ½ Lb. Strawberry (Fresh or Frozen)
- ½ Cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
- ½ Cup Heavy Cream
- 1 Cup Evaporated Milk
- ½ Cup Whole Milk
For The Cake
- 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 Tsp. Baking Powder
- 5 Large Eggs (Eggs white separated from Egg Yolks)
- 1 Tsp. Vanilla Essence
For The Topping
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- ½ Cup Icing Sugar
- ½ Lb. Strawberries (Diced)
- Few Drop of Strawberry Essence
Instructions
For the Strawberry Tres Leches:
- Add strawberries in a bowland make puree.
- Add condense milk, evaporated milk, cream and regular milk in strawberry puree and blend until smooth mixture is formed
- Strain the tres lechesonce to get a smoother mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour or until needed.
For the Cake:
- Preheat the oven at 350°F(175°C).
- Grease the 9*13 inches casserole.
- Separate egg whites form yolks. Beat the egg whites with sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Then add egg yolks and beat untilyou get a pale yellow mixture.
- In a separate bowl mix dry ingredients together and now add them in egg mixture by gradually folding the flour.
- Pour the batter into thecake pan or casserole and bake for about 30 minutes.
- Allow it to cool and then poke it with a chopstick or a fork.
- Pour the strawberry tres leches on top of the cake and put it in the fridge so that the cake soaks up the milk.
- Refrigerate it overnight so that the strawberry milk soaks into the cake completely.
For The Topping:
- Whip together cream and icing sugar. Add a few drops of strawberry essence and mix.
- After leches being fully absorbed and the cake is all soaked up, top it with whipped cream.
- Add sliced strawberries on the top to garnish.
- Slice and serve the Strawberry Tres Leches Cake cold.
