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Tres Leches Cake

This wonderfully moist cake, soaked in three kinds of milk, is a true crowd-pleaser that brings smiles with every bite.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for topping

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Serrated knife
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar with an electric mixer until pale and thick.
  5. Add the whole milk and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix until smooth.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then poke holes all over the top with a fork.
  9. In a bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk.
  10. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  11. In a bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  12. Spread the whipped cream over the soaked cake, slice, and serve chilled.

Notes

Let the cake soak for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture.