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High Altitude Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

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πŸŽ‚ Enjoy a perfectly moist High Altitude Tres Leches Cake that soaks up the rich three-milk mixture beautifully.
πŸ₯› This recipe ensures a light, tender sponge that holds moisture well, making it an ideal dessert for high altitude baking.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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6 large eggs (room temperature)

1 Β½ cups granulated sugar

β…“ cup whole milk (room temperature)

β…“ cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled for 10 minutes)

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

2 Β½ cups all-purpose flour (fluffed, spooned, and leveled)

1 ΒΌ teaspoons baking powder

ΒΌ teaspoon coarse Kosher salt

5 ounces evaporated milk

14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)

8 ounces light cream, heavy whipping cream, or half and half

1 Β½ cups cold heavy whipping cream

ΒΌ cup powdered sugar

Β½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1-Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and position a rack in the center. Lightly grease or spray a 9Γ—13 inch baking pan to prevent sticking.

2-Using an electric mixer: whisk the eggs and sugar on low speed for 2 minutes, then switch to medium speed for 5-6 minutes until the mixture is pale, foamy, thickened, and increased in volume.

3-Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking gently by hand until smooth.

4-In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt, then fold into the wet ingredients just until combined.

5-Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the top springs back when lightly touched. Let the cake cool in the pan for 45 minutes on a wire rack.

6-While the cake cools, whisk evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and cream together to create the soak.

7-Using a skewer or chopstick, poke holes all over the cooled cake and gradually pour the milk mixture over it, letting it soak in completely.

8-Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to enhance the flavors.

9-To finish, whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft, fluffy peaks form, then spread over the chilled cake before slicing to serve.

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Notes

🍰 Avoid over-whipping eggs and sugar to prevent cake collapse, especially at high altitude.
πŸ₯› Adjust sweetness of milk mixture by varying ratios or substituting unsweetened milk products.
πŸŽ‚ Ensure sponge cake structure to absorb moisture without losing shape.
🍽️ Store leftovers covered in refrigerator for 3-5 days.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Soaking time: 3 hours
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking and soaking
  • Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice