Indulge in the sublime flavors of Tres Leches Cake, a beloved Latin American dessert that translates to “three milks.” This moist and creamy sponge cake is soaked in a mixture of three different milks, resulting in a delectable treat that’s both light and rich. With a velvety texture and a hint of sweetness, Tres Leches Cake is a delightful finale to any meal. Follow this recipe to create a slice of Latin dessert heaven in your own kitchen.
Tres Leches Cake - A Luscious and Decadent Latin Dessert
Tres Leches Cake is a masterpiece of textures and flavors, embodying the richness of Latin American desserts. This recipe guides you through the steps to create a cake that's moist, creamy, and utterly indulgent. With its perfect balance of sweetness and lightness, Tres Leches Cake is a true celebration of culinary excellence. Share this dessert with loved ones and transport them to a world of sweet delight with every bite.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- baking pan
- electric mixer
- fork
Ingredients
- all purpose flour
- baking powder
- salt
- egs
- granulated sugar
- milk
- vanilla extract
- sweetened condensed milk
- evaporated milk
- whole milk
- whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer or whisk to beat the egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Gradually add the milk and vanilla extract to the egg yolk mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Gently fold the dry flour mixture into the egg yolk mixture until just combined.
- In another clean mixing bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Carefully fold the whipped egg whites into the cake batter, using a gentle folding motion to maintain the lightness of the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- In a bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk. Mix well.
- Once the cake is baked and slightly cooled, use a skewer or fork to poke holes all over the cake.
- Slowly pour the three milks mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in. Start with half of the mixture and let it absorb before adding more
- Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. This allows the cake to fully absorb the milk mixture.
- Before serving, prepare the whipped cream topping. In a bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the chilled cake.Slice and serve the Tres Leches Cake, savoring each heavenly bite.
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Notes
- For a decorative touch, you can sprinkle ground cinnamon or cocoa powder on top of the whipped cream.
- Tres Leches Cake tastes best when it has had time to chill and absorb the milk mixture, so plan ahead for this step.
Nutrition
Serving: 700g
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