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Tres Leches Cake

Irresistibly Moist Tres Leches Cake for Every Celebration

This Tres Leches Cake is a delightful, moist dessert that's perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with a gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 5 large Eggs separate yolks and whites
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar plus 1/4 cup for egg whites
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Soaking Syrup
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream substitute with coconut whipped cream for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • Ground Cinnamon for garnish; optional fresh strawberries

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites. Beat the yolks with sugar until creamy, then mix in the milk and vanilla.
  4. Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture, then gradually fold in the flour mixture.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Mix the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk in a bowl.
  8. Once the cake cools, poke holes in the top and pour the milk mixture over it. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  9. Whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over the chilled cake.
  10. Garnish with ground cinnamon or fresh strawberries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites are beaten to stiff peaks for a light cake. Allow the cake to soak in the milk mixture for the best moisture and flavor.

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