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A close up of a sliced strawberry tres leches cake with red velvet liqueur soak and whipped cream topping.

Strawberry Tres Leches Cake 3

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  • Author: Jasmine Padda
  • Total Time: 8 hours 50 mins
  • Yield: 9 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This decadent Strawberry Tres Leches Cake 3 features a warm cinnamon-infused sponge soaked in a rich blend of evaporated milk and red velvet liqueur. Finished with a tangy cream cheese whipped frosting and fresh strawberries, it is a sophisticated twist on a classic favorite.

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup white sugar, divided
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 ¼ cups Baileys Red Velvet Liqueur, divided
  • 2 cups heavy cream, divided
  • 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease an 8x8x2-inch baking dish, lining the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Using an electric mixer on high speed, beat the eggs and white sugar in a medium bowl for 5 to 7 minutes until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
  4. Reduce mixer speed to low and add half of the dry ingredients, followed by 1/3 cup of milk, and then the remaining dry ingredients, mixing just until blended.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes; let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes.
  6. Whisk together 1 1/4 cups of red velvet liqueur, 1 cup of heavy cream, the evaporated milk, and vanilla extract; poke holes across the warm cake with a skewer and pour the mixture over the top.
  7. Cover and refrigerate the cake for at least 8 hours, or up to 2 days, to allow the milks to fully absorb into the sponge.
  8. Invert the cake onto a platter, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then whip in the remaining liqueur and heavy cream until firm peaks form before spreading over the cake and topping with strawberries.

Notes

For the best results, ensure your cream cheese is completely at room temperature before whipping to prevent any lumps in the frosting. Using a wooden skewer to poke holes allows the milk soak to reach the very bottom of the cake for a consistent texture throughout. This cake is best served cold and actually improves in flavor if prepared a full day in advance.

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Fusion

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