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Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Tres Leches Cake Recipe is a popular Latin American dessert known for its rich, moist texture and creamy sweetness. this cake is topped with a light, fluffy whipped cream layer. Perfect for parties, special occasions
4 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 8 Peoples

Equipment :

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Toothpick or cake tester
  • Spatula

Ingredients :
  

  • For the Cake:
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 5 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • For the Milk Soak:
  • 1 can 12 oz evaporated milk
  • 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • For the Topping:
  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions :
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  • Make the Cake:
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the vanilla extract and the milk, mixing until combined.
  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  • Bake the Cake:
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the baking dish for 10 minutes.
  • Make the Milk Soak:
  • While the cake cools, mix together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk in a bowl.
  • Once the cake has cooled for 10 minutes, poke holes all over the surface using a fork or toothpick.
  • Pour the milk soak mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to absorb the liquid. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for best results.
  • Make the Whipped Cream Topping:
  • Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  • Spread the whipped cream evenly over the soaked cake.
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