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No-Bake Strawberry Tres Leches Cake

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  • Author: Mari
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This no-bake Tres Leches cake is a creamy, dreamy dessert infused with a rich blend of three milks and topped with delicate pink meringue, dried strawberries, and pistachio crumbles. The airy texture, combined with the luscious milk-soaked base, makes it a perfect dessert for special occasions, offering a refreshing and indulgent treat—ideal for Eid, Ramadan, or summer gatherings!

Ingredients

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For the Cake Base:

  • 1 pack (200g) plain tea biscuits or ladyfingers
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Whipped Cream Layer:

  • 2 cups heavy cream, chilled
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Decoration:

  • Pink meringue cookies (store-bought or homemade)
  • Freeze-dried strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons crushed pistachios
  • 1 tablespoon dried rose petals (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake Base:

    • In a large baking dish, arrange a layer of tea biscuits or ladyfingers.
    • In a bowl, whisk together whole milk, condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract.
    • Pour the milk mixture evenly over the biscuits, allowing them to soak for at least 30 minutes.

  2. Make the Whipped Cream:

    • In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
    • Spread the whipped cream evenly over the soaked biscuits.

  3. Decorate the Cake:

    • Gently place pink meringue cookies on top.
    • Sprinkle with freeze-dried strawberries, crushed pistachios, and dried rose petals for an elegant touch.

  4. Chill & Serve:

    • Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to enhance the flavors.
    • Slice and enjoy this delicate and creamy no-bake Tres Leches!

Notes

  • For a chocolate variation, add cocoa powder to the milk mixture or top with chocolate shavings.
  • If meringue cookies aren’t available, use fresh strawberries or white chocolate curls.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • For extra flavor, add cardamom or rose water to the milk mixture.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • chill time: 4 hours
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Latin American / Middle Eastern Fusion

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280 kcal per serving

Find it online: https://yumandjoy.com/no-bake-strawberry-tres-leches-cake/