Thursday, May 8, 2014

Birthday Tres Leches Cake

1 yellow cake (2 layers), your favorite recipe
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/4 milk
Raspberries
Chocolate buttercream (your favorite, I use Mark Bittman's recipe)

(Whipped cream for filling optional)

Place each layer of the cake on a separate plate with a rim. Poke holes in the cake with a fork. Mix the milks together thoroughly and  pour over the layers evenly. Let soak at room temperature (spooning excess over) for 30 minutes. Place layers in refrigerator to harden. Pull out the bottom layer. If you are using excess whipped cream in the center put some on now. Place raspberries through the center of the cake. Place more whipped cream on top. (Or just use raspberries). Get second layer from refrigerator and very carefully place on top (I used large spatulas). Frost with chocolate buttercream and top with more raspberries. 

Bean Dip

1 Can of vegetarion refried beans
2 Tablespoons of butter
1/4 cup salsa
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheese

Melt butter in sauce pan and add beans, mixing until creamy. Add in the cheese and stir until it melts and is thoroughly combined. Add the salsa and stir. Serve warm with tortilla chips.