Chocolate Tres Leches

Health score
3%
Chocolate Tres Leches
45 min.
8
513kcal

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Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic dessert with our Chocolate Tres Leches cake! This rich and moist treat combines the traditional flavors of the beloved tres leches cake with the irresistible allure of chocolate, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hosting a dinner party, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this decadent dessert without spending all day in the kitchen. The combination of sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whipping cream creates a luscious soaking mixture that seeps into the cake, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth experience. The addition of cocoa powder and a hint of cinnamon elevates the flavor profile, adding depth and warmth to each bite.

Not only is this Chocolate Tres Leches cake a feast for the taste buds, but it also boasts a beautiful presentation. Top it off with your favorite garnishes, and you'll have a stunning centerpiece for your dessert table. With 8 servings and a calorie count of 513 kcal per slice, it's a delightful treat that can be enjoyed in moderation. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • 14 ounce condensed milk sweetened canned
  • 0.8 cup evaporated milk 
  • tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened sifted
  • 18.3 ounce vanilla cake donut holes pillsbury®
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.8 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Prepare cake mix as directed or warm prepared cake.
  2. Combine the 3 milks and extract.
  3. Remove 1/2 cup mixture to a smaller bowl; whisk in cocoa powder and cinnamon until smooth. Slowly whisk chocolate mixture back into larger milk mixture.
  4. Remove baked cake from oven. Cool slightly and transfer to a larger baking pan or deep serving dish. Using a fork, poke holes liberally in top and sides of cake. While cake is still warm, pour half the milk mixture overtop. Wait one minute and pour remainder over cake.
  5. Cover and chill 1 hour. Keep extra sauce on the table to spoon over top.
  6. Garnish as desired. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories513kcal
Protein7.04%
Fat28.91%
Carbs64.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.25
Glycemic Load
16.46
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.38739135991%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.22mg
Epicatechin
3.68mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:512.74kcal
25.64%
Fat:16.8g
25.85%
Saturated Fat:10.35g
64.71%
Carbohydrates:83.77g
27.92%
Net Carbohydrates:82.33g
29.94%
Sugar:57.29g
63.66%
Cholesterol:48.93mg
16.31%
Sodium:542.68mg
23.59%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.07%
100%
Caffeine:4.31mg
1.44%
Protein:9.2g
18.4%
Phosphorus:418.18mg
41.82%
Calcium:361.97mg
36.2%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.54%
Selenium:14.39µg
20.55%
Folate:54.11µg
13.53%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.47%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.03%
Vitamin A:517.1IU
10.34%
Potassium:346.08mg
9.89%
Iron:1.69mg
9.38%
Magnesium:36.67mg
9.17%
Vitamin B3:1.75mg
8.75%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.75%
Zinc:1.13mg
7.52%
Copper:0.14mg
6.88%
Vitamin E:0.89mg
5.92%
Fiber:1.44g
5.75%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.86%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.27%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.2%
Vitamin K:2.97µg
2.82%
Vitamin C:1.88mg
2.27%
Source:Allrecipes