Description
Experience a slice of heaven with Tres Leches Cake, a luscious dessert that combines a fluffy sponge soaked in three types of milk for an unforgettable treat. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and creaminess, making it the perfect centerpiece for any celebration or a sweet escape on an ordinary day. This easy-to-make recipe will impress your guests and leave them craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (for soaking)
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- Cinnamon to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- Beat eggs and whole milk until combined; gradually mix in dry ingredients until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Once cooled slightly, poke holes all over the cake. Mix evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk; pour over the cake.
- Whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form; spread over the soaked cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg