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Tres Leches Cake

Tres Leches Cake

This Tres Leches Cake is a moist dessert soaked in three types of milk, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Latin
Keyword: celebration dessert, classic dessert, Easy Dessert, moist cake, sweet treat, Tres Leches Cake
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 310kcal

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Fork

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour A versatile base that gives the cake its structure.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Adds sweetness and contributes to the cake's tender texture.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Ensures the cake rises perfectly and remains light.
  • 4 large Eggs Provide moisture and richness while helping to bind the ingredients.
  • 1 cup Whole milk Enhances the cake's creaminess, ideal for Tres Leches Cake.

For the Milk Mixture

  • 1 can Sweetened condensed milk Adds a rich sweetness that’s key to the cake's name!
  • 1 can Evaporated milk Provides extra creaminess without the sweetness of regular milk.
  • 1 cup Whole milk Balances the sweetness and creates a luscious texture.

For the Topping

  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract Infuses a warm, aromatic flavor that enhances the overall taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Whipped to perfection, it creates a luxurious topping for the cake.

Instructions

How to Make Tres Leches Cake

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a rectangular baking dish.
  • Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
  • Beat the eggs in another bowl until frothy; mix in the whole milk and vanilla.
  • Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed. Pour this dreamy batter into your prepared baking dish.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and remaining whole milk. Poke holes in the cooled cake and pour this mixture all over it.
  • Top the cake with whipped heavy cream and garnish with fresh fruit before serving.

Notes

Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra hint of flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 150mg | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 600IU | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 1mg
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