Description
Tres Leches Cake is a delicious, moist dessert soaked in three types of milk: evaporated, sweetened condensed, and regular milk, then topped with whipped cream. This traditional Latin American cake is a sweet, creamy treat perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Separate the eggs. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in 1/3 cup milk and vanilla. Gradually fold in the flour mixture until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. Gently fold egg whites into the batter.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- In a separate bowl, combine evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and 1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream. Mix well.
- Poke holes all over the top of the warm cake using a fork or skewer. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread over the top of the cake. Enjoy!
Notes
For added flavor, you can top the cake with fresh fruit such as strawberries or mangoes. This cake is best when it has chilled for several hours or overnight, as the flavors continue to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes