Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this tres leches cake, a delectable treat that will transport your taste buds to paradise. This moist and fluffy cake, soaked in a rich blend of three milks, is topped with luscious whipped cream and can elevate any celebration. Whether it’s a birthday or a family gathering, every bite promises pure bliss and nostalgia. Easy to make yet impressive enough for special occasions, this tres leches cake is perfect for anyone looking to delight their guests.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix flour and baking powder until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract and gradually add milk until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently; pour batter into the prepared dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, mix whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, and evaporated milk in a bowl.
- Poke holes in the warm cake using a skewer; pour the milk mixture evenly over the top.
- Beat heavy cream until soft peaks form; add sugar to taste and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Spread whipped cream over the soaked cake; garnish with cinnamon or fruit if desired.
- Chill for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg