Tres leches cake
Tres Leches Cake is a Mexican dessert made with a simple sponge cake that gets soaked in a mixture of three kinds of milk. After soaking up all that milky goodness, it's topped with whipped cream and sometimes fruits. It's a sweet and moist treat that's popular for celebrations.
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Servings: 12 serving
Equipment
- 9x13 pan
Ingredients
For the cake
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 5 eggs, separated
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup whole milk
For milk mixture
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup whole milk
For the frosting
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
For the cake
- Preheat the oven to 350F. Lightly spray a 9x13 baking pan with a cooking spray.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks with sugar until creamy and pale, then add vanilla extract and milk and beat until combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the egg yolk mixture. Mix until smooth.
- In another clean, dry bowl, whip the egg whites with ¼ cup of sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cake batter.
- Pour the batter into a prepared cake pan and bake for 28-30 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Milk mixture
- In a separate bowl, combine evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk. Mix well.
- Once the cake is cooled, poke it all over with a fork or skewer. Pour the milk mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
Frosting
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract, and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the soaked cake, creating a smooth and creamy layer.
- Refrigerate the cake for a few hours or overnight.
- Slice and serve chilled, enjoying the moist and flavorful Tres Leches Cake.
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Notes
Storage:
To keep your Tres Leches Cake fresh and delicious, store it in the refrigerator. Use an airtight container or cover it tightly with plastic wrap to prevent the cake from absorbing any odors. This will also help maintain its moisture and prevent it from drying out. Enjoy the cake within 2-3 days for the best taste and texture. If you've decorated the cake with fresh fruits, it's advisable to add them just before serving to maintain their freshness.