Really Jazzed Up Tres Leches Recipe

Indulge in this incredibly moist Tres Leches cake, elevated with the rich flavors of chocolate and hazelnuts, and a surprising burst of tart cranberries! The creamy, dreamy icing is the perfect sweet complement. This recipe is a delightful twist on a classic, perfect for special occasions or a decadent weekend treat. A little slice goes a long way!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 492.9 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Really Jazzed Up Tres Leches

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How to Make Really Jazzed Up Tres Leches

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the eggs, milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder. Mix until just combined.
  4. Fold in the chopped hazelnuts and cranberries.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. While the cake is baking, prepare the tres leches mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, condensed milk, heavy cream, and chocolate syrup until well combined.
  7. Once the cake is baked, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  8. Poke holes all over the cake using a toothpick or fork.
  9. Slowly pour the tres leches mixture over the warm cake, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Let the cake soak up the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  10. Prepare the icing: In a medium bowl, beat together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the vanilla extract and milk until desired consistency is reached.
  11. Once the cake has absorbed the tres leches mixture, frost with the prepared icing.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

173g

Fat

38g

Carbs

22g