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Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

Indulge in Moist Chocolate Tres Leches Cake Bliss

This Chocolate Tres Leches Cake combines rich chocolate flavor with a moist, velvety texture, making it a perfect crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa yields a darker cake.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Ensure it's fresh for proper rising.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon Optional but recommended for a subtle spice.
  • 4 large Eggs Using room-temperature eggs aids in better emulsification.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Can be substituted with coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index.
  • 1 cup Whole milk Substitutions may alter the cake's moisture content.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
For the Soak
  • 1 cup Evaporated milk
  • 1 cup Sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup Heavy whipping cream Light cream will not whip as well.
  • 2 tbsp Additional cocoa powder
For Optional Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup Shaved chocolate
  • 2 sprigs Fresh mint
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon For visual appeal and additional warmth.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Electric mixer
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chocolate Tres Leches Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Whisk together until well mixed and set aside.
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the egg yolks and granulated sugar on medium speed until creamy and pale, about 5 minutes. Add the whole milk and vanilla extract, mixing well. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients.
  3. In a separate clean bowl, whip the egg whites using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until foamy. Gradually add the remaining sugar and continue to whip until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate batter in three additions.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then remove and cool completely.
  5. While the cake cools, whisk together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and additional cocoa powder in a bowl until fully combined. Set aside.
  6. Once the cake has cooled, poke holes all over the surface and gradually pour the soaking mixture over the cake. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
  7. Whip the heavy cream with sugar and cocoa powder until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the soaked cake and garnish with shaved chocolate, fresh mint, or ground cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the cake to soak overnight for the best flavor absorption. Garnish just before serving to maintain the whipped cream's light texture.

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