Description
A rich and indulgent dessert that combines the classic tres leches cake with a decadent chocolate twist, soaked in a creamy milk mixture and topped with luscious chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
- Chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the whole milk. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the tres leches mixture by whisking together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk in a bowl.
- Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Poke holes all over the top of the cake with a fork.
- Slowly pour the tres leches mixture over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in. Let the cake cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- For the chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until just simmering. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- Once the cake is chilled, pour the chocolate ganache over the top, spreading it evenly.
- If desired, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a teaspoon of instant coffee granules to the chocolate ganache.
- You can substitute almond milk or coconut milk for a dairy-free version of the tres leches mixture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg