Ingredients
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Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 5 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup (80ml) whole milk
For the Tres Leches Mixture:
- 1 can (12 oz/354ml) evaporated milk
- 1 can (14 oz/396ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120ml) blueberry puree
For the Topping:
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (75g) fresh blueberries
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the egg yolks with half of the sugar until pale and fluffy. Stir in vanilla and milk.
- In another bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the egg yolk mixture.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients, ensuring not to deflate the batter.
Step 2: Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before poking holes all over the surface with a fork.
Step 3: Soak the Cake
- In a bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and blueberry puree.
- Slowly pour the mixture over the cake, allowing it to absorb completely.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Step 4: Prepare the Whipped Topping
- Beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Spread evenly over the chilled cake.
- Garnish with fresh blueberries and chocolate shavings.