Indulgent Chuy's Tres Leches Cake Recipes At Home

Have you ever craved a dessert that’s as delicious as it is nostalgic? Let me introduce you to a delightful treat that is sure to sweep you off your feet—Copycat Chuy’s Tres Leches Cake! This indulgent cake is soaked in three types of milk, making it incredibly moist and rich, which is a perfect ending to any meal! Let’s dive into this enchanting recipe that will surely impress your family and friends!

Copycat Chuy’s Tres Leches Cake

This version of Tres Leches Cake captures the essence of the famous dessert from Chuy’s and brings it right to your kitchen. The soft sponge cake absorbs the sweet, milky syrup, resulting in a dessert that’s creamy and decadent.

Copycat Chuy’s Tres Leches Cake ### Ingredients

For the cake:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
1 cup sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup milk
For the milk mixture:
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup whole milk
For the topping:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Ground cinnamon, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat the sugar and butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, mixing until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
While the cake cools, prepare the milk mixture by whisking together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk in a large bowl.
Once the cake has cooled, poke holes all over the top with a fork. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, ensuring it absorbs the liquid. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Before serving, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the cake and dust with ground cinnamon for a lovely garnish.

Serve chilled and enjoy each heavenly bite of this mouthwatering Copycat Chuy’s Tres Leches Cake! Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, this cake is bound to become a new favorite in your dessert repertoire.