Description
Indulge in the decadent and moist Tres Leches Cake, a classic Mexican dessert soaked in three types of milk and topped with luscious whipped cream. This recipe guarantees a rich and satisfying treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 5 large eggs (separated)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the milk mixture:
- 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup whole milk
For the whipped topping:
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon and fresh berries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Prepare the cake batter: Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar, then mix in milk and vanilla. Add the flour mixture and combine.
- Whip the egg whites: Beat to stiff peaks with remaining sugar. Gently fold into the batter.
- Bake the cake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes.
- Soak the cake: Whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk. Poke holes in the cake and pour the milk mixture over it. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Make the topping: Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over the chilled cake.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with cinnamon or top with fresh berries if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of rum or almond extract to the milk mixture.
- This cake is best made a day ahead to allow for complete absorption of the milk.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
