Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Soak the Cake
- In a bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk.
- Once the cake is done, let it cool for 10 minutes, then poke holes all over the top with a fork.
- Pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
Prepare the Topping
- In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the soaked cake and dust with cocoa powder.
Serve
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Slice and enjoy your Chocolate Tres Leches Cake!
Nutrition
Notes
This cake is best served chilled and can be topped with chocolate shavings or fresh berries for added flavor.
