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Tres Leches Cake Recipe with Box Cake

Tres Leches Cake Recipe with Box Cake

This tres leches cake recipe with box cake is the easiest way to make a soft, creamy dessert at home! Made with cake mix, evaporated milk, condensed milk, and cream, this cake turns out incredibly moist and rich. Perfect for parties, celebrations, or anytime you want something sweet and simple!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 340 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or hand whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Fork or skewer (for poking holes)
  • Spatula
  • Saucepan (optional)
  • Refrigerator space for chilling

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 1 box vanilla or yellow cake mix
  • Ingredients required on the box usually eggs, oil, and water

For the Milk Mixture

  • 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can 12 oz evaporated milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream

For the Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional garnish:

  • Fresh strawberries
  • Cinnamon sprinkle

Instructions
 

Step 1: Bake the Cake

  • Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely. This step is important—the cake needs to be cool before adding the milk mixture.

Step 2: Prepare the Milk Mixture

  • In a bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream. Stir until smooth and well blended.

Step 3: Poke the Cake

  • Using a fork or skewer, poke holes all over the surface of the cake. Don’t be shy—this helps the cake absorb all that creamy goodness.

Step 4: Pour the Milk Mixture

  • Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, making sure it soaks evenly. You’ll see it absorb gradually—that’s exactly what you want.

Step 5: Chill

  • Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours, or overnight if possible. This allows the flavors to develop and the texture to become perfectly moist.

Step 6: Make the Whipped Topping

  • In a bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.

Step 7: Assemble and Serve

  • Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled cake. Add fresh fruit or a light sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
  • Slice and serve cold.
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