Description
Tres Leches Cake is a luscious dessert that combines the lightness of sponge cake with a rich, three-milk soak. Each slice offers a heavenly blend of sweetness and creaminess, making it the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply indulging on a quiet evening, this delightful cake will elevate your dessert game and leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 3. Add eggs, whole milk, and vanilla; mix until just combined.
- 4. Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- 5. In another bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and remaining whole milk.
- 6. Poke holes in the warm cake with a fork and pour the milk mixture over it.
- 7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, whip heavy cream and spread on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg