Description
Experience the bliss of the Best tres leches cake, a delightful dessert that promises to soak your senses in a creamy, sweet embrace. Each bite is a celebration of three milks, resulting in an exquisitely moist cake that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a birthday, holiday, or simply a treat for yourself, this cake guarantees to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 4 whole eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream (for topping)
- Optional: sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a rectangular baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, beat eggs until fluffy; gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternating with whole milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- In a separate bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk.
- Once the cake has cooled slightly, poke holes throughout the top using a fork. Pour the milk mixture over the cake.
- Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, whip heavy cream with sugar until soft peaks form and spread over the chilled cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg