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Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

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A luscious and decadent chocolate cake soaked in three types of milk, creating an irresistibly moist texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can evaporated milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Mix together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine the flour mixture and the milk into the butter mixture until smooth.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool for about 10 minutes, then poke holes in the cake with a fork.
  8. Whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream.
  9. Soak the cake with the milk mixture ensuring it seeps into the holes.
  10. Chill the cake for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  11. Serve chilled topped with whipped cream or chocolate shavings.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. For a twist, add espresso powder or coconut cream.

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