Strawberry Crunch Tres Leches Cake

Strawberry Crunch Tres Leches Cake

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 1 box strawberry cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water)

For the Milk Mixture (Tres Leches)

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

For the Whipped Cream Topping

• 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Strawberry Crunch Topping

• 18 Golden Oreos (finely crushed)
• 1 (3 oz) packet strawberry Jell-O mix (dry powder)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

 Instructions

1. Bake the Cake

1. Prepare the strawberry cake mix according to the package instructions.
2. Pour batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan and bake as directed (usually 25–30 minutes).
3. Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes after baking.

2. Add the Tres Leches

1. Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a fork, poke holes evenly all over the top of the warm cake.
2. In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
3. Slowly pour this milk mixture over the cake, letting it soak into the holes.
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best results).

3. Make the Whipped Cream

1. In a chilled mixing bowl, add 1 cup cold heavy cream, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
2. Beat with a hand mixer on high until stiff peaks form.
3. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the soaked cake.

4. Make the Strawberry Crunch Topping

1. Crush the 18 Golden Oreos in a food processor or a ziplock bag until fine crumbs form.
2. Melt 1/4 cup butter.
3. In one bowl, mix half of the crushed Oreos with half the melted butter.
4. In another bowl, mix the strawberry Jell-O powder with the remaining butter and remaining crushed Oreos.
5. Combine the two mixtures until evenly blended — this gives that signature strawberry “crunch” texture.

5. Assemble the Cake

1. Sprinkle the strawberry crunch mixture evenly over the top of the whipped cream layer.
2. Gently press it down so it sticks.
3. Cover and refrigerate overnight for the best flavor and texture.

 Optional Garnish Ideas

• Fresh sliced strawberries on top
• A drizzle of strawberry syrup
• White chocolate shavings

Storage

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days. The flavors get even better after a day!