Heavenly Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Tres leches cake is a popular Latin dessert cake known for its unique texture and flavor. This milk soaked cake is made by soaking a light sponge cake in a mixture of three types of milk, resulting in a creamy soaked cake that is both indulgent and refreshing.

This recipe is straightforward and perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat. The silky dessert cake is topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit, making it a delightful end to any meal.

Delicious Three Milk Cake Recipe

This tres leches cake features a soft sponge base soaked in a blend of evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream. The cake is easy to prepare and serves about 10 people, making it ideal for gatherings.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 large eggs, separated
1 cup granulated sugar, divided
1/3 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup heavy whipping cream (for topping)
2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for topping)
Fresh fruit for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Beat Egg Yolks: In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks with 3/4 cup of granulated sugar until pale and creamy. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg yolk mixture and mix until just combined.
Beat Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
Fold Mixtures: Gently fold the egg whites into the batter until no white streaks remain. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
Prepare Milk Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream.
Soak the Cake: Once the cake is cool, poke holes all over the top with a fork. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
Chill: Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Make Whipped Cream: Before serving, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread over the chilled cake and garnish with fresh fruit if desired.