Tres leches cake
Tres Leches Cake is a delicious Latin American dessert made from a light sponge cake soaked in a mixture of three types of milk—evaporated, condensed, and whole milk, topped with a fluffy whipped cream frosting. It's a sweet, creamy treat that's perfect for any celebration or casual indulgence.
Equipment
- Cake tin
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 150 g All purpose flour
- 180 g Powdered Sugar
- 5 no Eggs yolks
- 5 no Egg whites
- 50 ml Oil or butter
- 120 ml Whole milk milk powder also can be used, if using 15g milk powder with 5g corn flour.
- 2 tsp Vanilla essence
- 6 g Baking powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Milk Soak Ingredients
- 300 ml Evaporated milk
- 350 ml Condensed milk
- 200 ml whole milk or heavy cream
Whipped Cream Topping Ingredients
- 150 g Heavy cream
- 15 g Powdered sugar
- 3 ml Vanilla essence
Instructions
Prepare the Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.150 g All purpose flour, 6 g Baking powder, 1/2 tsp Salt
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks and granulated sugar together until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes.180 g Powdered Sugar, 5 no Eggs yolks
- Add the milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter to the egg mixture, and mix until combined.50 ml Oil or butter, 120 ml Whole milk, 2 tsp Vanilla essence
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the egg whites into the batter, being careful not to deflate them.5 no Egg whites
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan.
Prepare the Milk Soak
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk.300 ml Evaporated milk, 350 ml Condensed milk, 200 ml whole milk or heavy cream
- Once the cake has cooled, pierce it all over with a fork or toothpick.
- Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in. Let the cake absorb the milk for about 30 minutes to an hour, the maximum the soak the better the results or until most of the milk has been absorbed, leaving the cake moist and slightly spongy.
Prepare the Whipped Cream Topping
- In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.150 g Heavy cream, 15 g Powdered sugar, 3 ml Vanilla essence
- Once the cake has soaked up the milk, spread the whipped cream topping evenly over the surface.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh fruit such as berries or cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Slice the cake into squares and serve chilled for the best texture and flavor. Enjoy your creamy, indulgent Tres Leches Cake!
Notes
Cake Vibes: This cake starts light and fluffy, but once it soaks up all that dreamy milk goodness, it transforms into a creamy, dense masterpiece. Trust the process—moist is the goal!
Milk Soak Magic: Don’t stress if it feels like you’re pouring a lot of milk on the cake it’s supposed to soak it all up! Go slow, give it time, and let that cake drink it all in like it’s at a pool party.
Chill Out: Patience is key. Once your cake has soaked up all that liquid, let it chill in the fridge for at least 1-2 hours (overnight if you can!). This gives the flavors time to mingle and makes it even more irresistible.
Whip It Good: For the perfect whipped cream topping, chill your mixing bowl and beaters before you start. It helps the cream whip up faster and keeps everything light and airy—just like the perfect cloud of sweetness!
Decorating Fun: Top your cake with anything your heart desires! Fresh berries, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or maybe even a little chocolate drizzle for extra fun. The possibilities are endless!
Serving Time: This cake is best served chilled. Cut into generous squares (trust me, you’ll want a big slice) and enjoy the creamy, dreamy texture!
Leftover Love: If you somehow have leftovers (which, let’s be honest, is unlikely), store it in the fridge. It’ll stay yummy for about 3-4 days, and it might even taste better the next day!
Mix It Up: Feeling adventurous? Add a splash of rum, coconut extract, or even a little lime zest to the milk soak. Tres Leches just got a whole lot more exciting!
Nutrition
Serving: 12persons | Calories: 379kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 90mg | Sugar: 30g | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg