How long does tres leches need to be refrigerated?

Ideally, refrigerate it for at least 6 hours , but overnight is best for full milk absorption and a balanced texture.

Why is my tres leches cake not absorbing milk?

It’s likely due to not poking enough holes or pouring the milk over a warm cake. Let the cake cool completely and use deep, evenly spaced holes.

How long does it take for milk to soak into tres leches?

Initial soaking starts right away, but to fully absorb and mellow out, the cake needs several hours—again, overnight yields the best flavor .

Do you wait for cake to cool before adding milk for tres leches?

Yes, absolutely. Pouring milk on a hot cake can cause steam pockets that block absorption. Let the cake cool to room temperature before soaking.

Ferrero Rocher Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Name: Ferrero Rocher Tres Leches Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 6 h 50 min
Cuisine: Mexican Fusion
Ingredients: 6 large eggs; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 ½ tsp baking powder; 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk; 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk; ¾ cup whole milk; ⅓ cup Nutella (plus extra for garnish); ½ tsp hazelnut extract; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 tbsp powdered sugar; 8 Ferrero Rocher candies, crushed or halved

Description

This Ferrero Rocher tres leches cake blends classic Mexican sponge soaked in sweet Nutella-infused milk with a luxurious whipped Nutella topping and Ferrero Rocher garnish.

Ingredients

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6 large eggs

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 ½ tsp baking powder

1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk

¾ cup whole milk

⅓ cup Nutella (plus extra for garnish)

½ tsp hazelnut extract

1 cup heavy cream

2 tbsp powdered sugar

8 Ferrero Rocher candies, crushed or halved

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13″ baking dish.

2. Separate eggs. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, beat yolks with sugar until pale. Fold whites into yolk mix.

3. Sift flour and baking powder. Gently fold into egg mixture.

4. Pour into dish and bake 25–30 minutes until golden.

5. Cool completely. Poke holes using the back of a spoon.

6. In a bowl, whisk condensed milk, evaporated milk, whole milk, Nutella, and hazelnut extract. Pour over cake slowly.

7. Refrigerate 6 hours or overnight.

8. Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in Nutella.

9. Spread topping on cake. Garnish with Ferrero Rocher pieces.

10. Serve cold. Enjoy!

Notes

Make sure the cake is fully cooled before soaking.

Use the handle of a spoon for deep holes.

For lighter topping, reduce Nutella and add more cream.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 380
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 115mg