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tres leches cake

Classic Tres Leches Cake

A light sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk and topped with whipped cream — a traditional Latin American dessert that’s irresistibly moist and delicious.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Soaking Time 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 5 eggs separated
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Milk Mixture
  • 1 can evaporated milk (12 oz)
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
Topping
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • fresh berries for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together. Set aside.
  3. Beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until pale and thick. Stir in milk and vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form, then add remaining sugar. Fold gently into the yolk mixture.
  5. Fold in the dry ingredients gently until combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes.
  6. Once baked, let the cake cool slightly. Poke holes all over the top with a fork.
  7. Whisk together evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream. Pour evenly over the cake. Chill for at least 45 minutes or overnight.
  8. Whip cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over the cake and top with fresh berries if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 240mgSugar: 38gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 160mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle a touch of cinnamon on top before serving. Best served chilled.
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