Little Chef
15-Minute Tres Leches Cake by Mygourmetstory
Tender microwave sponge cake drenched in a sweet three-milk mixture, topped with vanilla whipped cream and fresh berries.
Serves: 4Prep: 15 minCook: 3-4 min
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp soft butter
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar (for cake)
- 1 tsp vanilla essence (for cake)
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/3 cup milk
- 2 tbsp fresh yogurt
- 1 cup whipping cream (for frosting)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla essence (for frosting)
- 1 cup fresh berries of choice, for garnish
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup whipping cream (for milk mix)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for milk mix)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the soft butter, 1/3 cup powdered sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla essence. Mix until well combined and creamy, about 1 minute.
- Sift the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda directly into the same bowl. Gradually add 1/3 cup milk, mixing until just combined and smooth.
- Fold in the fresh yogurt until a thick, smooth batter forms, being careful not to overmix.
- Line a microwave-proof baking dish with parchment paper or grease well. Pour the batter into the dish and gently tap it on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
- Microwave for 3-3.5 minutes on high power, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake rest in the dish for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cake cools, prepare the frosting: In a clean bowl, whip 1 cup whipping cream with 2 tbsp powdered sugar and 1/2 tsp vanilla essence until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
- Prepare the three-milk mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, coconut milk, 1/4 cup whipping cream, and 2 tbsp powdered sugar until well combined, about 1 minute.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, use a fork or skewer to poke holes evenly across the top. Slowly pour the three-milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in for at least 10 minutes.
- Spread the whipped cream evenly over the soaked cake and garnish with fresh berries before serving.
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