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Berry Tres Leches Cake

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A luscious Berry Tres Leches Cake soaked in a blend of three milks, topped with fresh berries and mascarpone whipped cream.


Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 16 oz mascarpone cheese (softened at room temp)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk (optional)
  • 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
  • 2 cups heavy cream (chilled)
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup evaporated milk
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 6 cups berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your cake pan lightly with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Whisk the eggs and sugar in a large mixing bowl until pale and fluffy.
  3. Add the vanilla and continue whisking for another minute.
  4. Sift together the flour and baking powder, then gently fold into the egg and sugar blend.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Combine the softened mascarpone cheese and confectioner’s sugar until smooth for the frosting.
  7. Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until soft peaks form.
  8. Gradually mix the whipped cream with the mascarpone mixture, folding gently.
  9. In a bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk.
  10. Once the cake has cooled, pierce the surface with a fork.
  11. Pour the tres leches mixture over the cake and let absorb for at least 30 minutes.
  12. Top with the mascarpone whipped cream and arrange the fresh berries on top.
  13. Chill for at least two hours before serving.

Notes

For optimal freshness, assemble the cake on the day you plan to serve it.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg