almond cherry tres leches cake

Author of this recipe: Vance Merrow

Almond Cherry Tres Leches Cake | Sweet almond & cherries in a sponge drenched in three milks for a decadent dessert. #almondcherry #trespastel #desertrecipe

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Ingredients

• - Almonds (crushed)
• - Cherries (dried or fresh, pitted)
• - Sweetened Condensed Milk
• - Evaporated Milk
• - Whole Milk
• - Vanilla Extract
• - Cake Mix (almond-flavored or plain)
• - Flour
• - Baking Powder
• - Salt
• - Eggs
• - Butter
• - Powdered Sugar (for dusting)
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Steps

1. ### Almond Cherry Tres Leches Cake Recipe: A Flavorful Delight
3. #### Ingredients:
4. - **Almond Sponge Cake**:
5. - 3 large eggs
6. - 1/2 cup granulated sugar (divided)
7. - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8. - 1/4 cup almond meal
9. - Pinch of salt
10. - **Cherry Compote**:
11. - 10-15 pitted cherries, halved
12. - 2 tablespoons sugar
13. - 1 tablespoon water
14. - **Tres Leches Cake Base**:
15. - 8 oz. sweetened condensed milk
16. - 4 oz. evaporated milk
17. - 8 oz. heavy cream
18. - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dusting)
19. - **Dipping and Topping**:
20. - 1 cup water
21. - 3 tablespoons sugar
22. - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
24. #### Step-by-Step Instructions:
26. 1. **Preheat Oven & Prepare Sponge Cake:**
27. - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
28. - In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and half of the granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
29. - Fold in the vanilla extract, almond meal, and salt gently. Pour this mixture into a greased 9-inch cake pan.
31. 2. **Bake the Sponge Cake:**
32. - Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool completely on a wire rack.
34. 3. **Prepare Cherry Compote:**
35. - In a small saucepan, combine the cherry halves, sugar, and water.
36. - Simmer over medium heat until the mixture thickens slightly and the cherries are soft. Set aside to cool.
38. 4. **Make Tres Leches Cake Mixture:**
39. - In another bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream. Ensure all ingredients are well combined.
40. - Pour this mixture over your cooled sponge cake, allowing it to soak in for about 10 minutes.
42. 5. **Dip & Drizzle:**
43. - While the cake is soaking up the mixture, prepare the dipping solution by boiling water with sugar and vanilla extract.
44. - Dip each slice of the cake into the warm liquid quickly before placing back on its plate. This will ensure an even coating.
46. 6. **Add Cherries & Frosting:**
47. - Once fully soaked and dipped, top the cake with a generous layer of cherry compote.
48. - Finish by dusting with a bit of powdered sugar or almond meal for added texture and flavor.
50. 7. **Refrigerate & Serve:**
51. - Allow the cake to chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
52. - Cut into slices and enjoy the sweet, almond-y, cherry-infused delight!
54. #### Tips:
55. - Ensure your sponge cake is fully cooled to prevent the milk mixture from curdling.
56. - For a richer flavor, use real vanilla beans instead of extract.
58. This Almond Cherry Tres Leches Cake is perfect for special occasions or just a sweet treat. The combination of almonds and cherries creates an unexpected but delightful balance that makes every bite memorable!

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