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Creamy Tres Leches Poke Cake Recipe Easy Perfect Strawberry Dessert

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A quick and easy creamy tres leches poke cake soaked in a traditional three-milk mixture and topped with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. Perfect for gatherings and a crowd-pleasing dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box vanilla cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • Ingredients called for on the box (usually eggs, oil, and water)
  • 1 can (12 fl oz / 354 ml) evaporated milk
  • 1 can (14 oz / 396 g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (300 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the vanilla cake mix according to package instructions, mixing eggs, oil, and water. Beat with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  2. Pour batter evenly into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for about 15 minutes.
  3. Using a toothpick or skewer, poke holes all over the cake surface about 1 inch apart, deep enough to near the bottom but not through the pan.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  5. Slowly pour the milk mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes gradually. Use a spatula to spread if needed. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
  6. Just before serving, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled cake.
  7. Arrange sliced fresh strawberries on top of the whipped cream. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
  8. Slice into squares and serve chilled. For cleaner cuts, dip a sharp knife in hot water before slicing.

Notes

Do not overbake the cake to ensure it soaks up the milk mixture well. Poke holes evenly spaced about 1 inch apart. Pour the milk mixture slowly to avoid runoff. Chill the cake for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture. Use fresh strawberries for a tart contrast. For dairy-free or gluten-free versions, substitute ingredients as suggested.

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