Strawberry Tres Leches Cake
Strawberry Tres Leches Cake is a sweet twist on the classicāmade with fluffy sponge cake soaked in three milks, including Hiland Strawberry Milk!
Recipe and image compliments of Laura fromĀ Loloās Home Kitchen
Strawberry Tres Leches Cake
Ingredients
Cake
- Strawberry Box Cake Mix you can also make your own cake from scratch if you prefer
- Eggs use amount in box directions
- Oil use amount in box directions
- Milk swap amount of water in box directions for equal amount of milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Tres Leches Mix
- 14 oz (1 can) Sweetened Condensed Milk
- Ā½ cup Evaporated Milk
- Ā½ cup Hiland Strawberry Milk
Topping
- 2 cups Hiland Dairy Heavy Cream
- ā cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries sliced
Instructions
- Mix the cake according to box direction. Use the same amount of eggs and oil on the box but swap the water out for an equal amount of milk. Mix together and then pour into a 9x13 cake pan lined with parchment or sprayed with nonstick spray. Bake according to box directions.
- While the cake is cooling, mix the three milks together. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk, Ā½ cup evaporated milk and Ā½ cup Hiland Dairy Strawberry Milk. Whisk until combined and set aside.
- Once the cake is almost fully cooled, take a fork, skewer or chopstick and poke holes generously into the cake.
- Slowly pour the strawberry milk mixture over the entire cake. Let the mixture soak in a bit then cover and refrigerate. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight.
- Before serving, make the whipped cream. In a medium bowl, add the 2 cups of Hiland Heavy Cream, ā cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer to mix for several minutes until the mix is thick and stiff peaks are formed.
- Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake evenly and then decorate with fresh sliced strawberries. Cut and serve!
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
So easy to make, and the fruity, creamy flavor will be a big hit with friends & family
This cake uses Hiland Strawberry Milk for a flavorful upgrade to traditional tres leches. Perfect for celebrations or weeknight treats!
Whether youāre hosting a backyard BBQ, Easter, Mother’s Day, or just a special treat at home, this cake is always a crowd pleaser. And the best part? Itās super simple to make!
What is Tres Leches Cake?
Tres Leches means “three milks” in Spanish, and that’s exactly what this strawberry cake is soaked in- a rich combination of evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milkāor in this case, my favorite Hiland Dairy Strawberry Milk. The cake absorbs the milk mixture and transforms into a soft and custardy dessert.
Why Youāll Love This Strawberry Tres Leches Cake
- Major strawberry flavor thanks to Hiland Dairy Strawberry Milk
- Make-ahead friendly ā the longer it sits, the better it gets
- Perfect to serve a crowd
- Kids love this yummy dessert
- A great dessert to prep the night before and enjoy the next day
- Semi homemade ā my favorite kind
Ingredients Youāll Need
For the cake:
- Box Strawberry Cake Mix (you can also make your own cake from scratch)
For the milk mixture:
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Evaporated milk
- Hiland Dairy Strawberry Milk
For the topping:
- Heavy whipping cream
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries (optional, but highly recommended)
- You can also use Cool Whip for an easy topping
How to Make Strawberry Tres Leches Cake
- Bake the cake: Use a Strawberry Box Cake Mix ā swap out the water for equal parts of milk. Bake according to box instructions.
- Tres Leches Mix: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 can of condensed milk, Ā½ cup evaporated milk and Ā½ cup Hiland Strawberry Milk.
- Poke and Pour: Poke holes all over the cooled cake with a fork, skewer or chopstick. Then slowly pour the strawberry tres leches mixture over the top of the cake. Be patient and let it soak in fully.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight. (overnight is ideal) This step is key to letting all the flavors soak in and develop.
- Top and serve: Whip up some fresh whipped cream (or grab some Cool Whip) then spread it over the cake. Top with fresh strawberries to make it even more delicious and pretty.
Tips for the Best Tres Leches Cake
- Use room temperature eggs for a fluffier cake.
- Let the cake cool before adding the milk mixture to avoid a soggy bottom.
- Donāt skip the overnight chillāitās worth the wait!
- Want even more strawberry flavor? Add sliced strawberries between the whipped topping layers or drizzle with a strawberry sauce.
Made with Hiland Dairy Strawberry Milk
This isnāt just any strawberry milkāitās made with real dairy and real flavor. I love using Hiland Dairy products because theyāre local, fresh, and perfect for delicious recipes like this one. Their Strawberry Milk adds a fun twist and natural pink hue to this cake that makes it extra special.
Make It Your Own!
You can absolutely switch things up:
- Try using Hiland Dairy Chocolate Milk for a chocolate-strawberry version.
- Swap out the fresh strawberries for raspberries, cherries, or a berry medley.
- Add a layer of strawberry jam between the cake and whipped cream for extra richness.
Storage
Store your strawberry tres leches cake covered in the refrigerator. Itāll keep for up to 4 days, and some say it gets even better on day two!
Light, creamy, and bursting with strawberry flavor, this cake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
More Easy Strawberry Desserts
If you love this cake, youāll also enjoy:
And if youāre interested in creating more deliciousness with Hiland Dairy products, be sure to check out Hiland Dairyās recipes too (including some created by yours truly!).
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