Tres Leches Cake
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Tres Leches Cake, a traditional Latin dessert soaked in a sweet, velvety milk mixture. This decadent cake is soft, moist, and topped with a light whipped cream frosting. Perfect for any celebration or a special treat, this easy recipe will have you making Tres Leches Cake like a pro. Download now and enjoy this delightful dessert.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Tres Leches Mixture:
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup whole milk
For the Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- Add the milk and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix well. Gradually add the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk.
- Once the cake is cool, poke holes all over the surface using a fork. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, letting it soak in completely.
- Cover and refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- To prepare the topping, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the chilled cake and serve. Enjoy your Tres Leches Cake!