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A delectable slice of Tres Leches cake with a pristine white topping.

Best way to Grow Tres Leches Cake in 3 Steps

This Tres Leches Cake is a light and airy sponge cake soaked in a mixture of three milks, making it incredibly moist and flavorful. Crowned with a simple yet elegant whipped cream, it’s a delightful dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Tres Leches Mixture
  • 12 ounces evaporated milk
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
Whipped Topping
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream for whipping
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

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

Method
 

Bake the Cake
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing and flouring it. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Prepare and Soak
  1. While the cake cools, whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream in a bowl. Once the cake has cooled for about 10 minutes, use a fork or skewer to poke holes all over the top.
  2. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Let the cake soak for at least 30 minutes, or preferably several hours in the refrigerator.
Whip and Serve
  1. In a cold bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the soaked cake.
  2. Slice and serve chilled. Garnish with fresh fruit or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

Notes

For best results, allow the cake to soak in the refrigerator overnight. This will ensure maximum moisture and flavor. You can also garnish with fresh berries or a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving.