Tres Leches Cake

Here’s a classic Tres Leches Cake recipe — a rich, moist sponge cake soaked in a blend of three milks, topped with whipped cream. This Latin American dessert is beloved for its light texture and creamy flavor.

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🌟 Tres Leches Cake Recipe

🧁 Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 5 large eggs, separated

• 1 cup granulated sugar (divided: 3/4 cup + 1/4 cup)

• 1/3 cup whole milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Milk Mixture (Tres Leches):

• 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk

• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

• 1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream

For the Topping:

• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream

• 3 tbsp powdered sugar

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Optional: ground cinnamon, fresh berries, or maraschino cherries for garnish

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Bake the Cake:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.

2. In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate large bowl, beat the egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until pale and thick.

4. Stir in the milk and vanilla.

5. Gently fold in the flour mixture until just combined.

6. In another clean bowl, beat egg whites to soft peaks. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.

7. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter.

8. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

9. Let cake cool completely in the pan.

2. Soak the Cake:

1. In a bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk.

2. Poke holes all over the cooled cake with a fork or skewer.

3. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake. Let it soak in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.

3. Make the Whipped Cream Topping:

1. Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

2. Spread over the chilled cake.

4. Garnish & Serve:

• Sprinkle with cinnamon or top with berries.

• Serve cold.