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Tres Leches Cake

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  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Latin American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Tres Leches Cake is a rich and moist sponge cake soaked in a blend of three kinds of milk, topped with whipped cream, making it a deliciously indulgent dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 1/4 cup whole milk (for soaking)
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until pale and fluffy. Stir in 1/3 cup milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Gently mix in the flour mixture until combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter until fully incorporated.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
  9. In a bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and 1/4 cup whole milk.
  10. Once the cake is cool, poke holes all over the surface with a fork. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
  11. Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  12. In a chilled bowl, beat heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  13. Spread whipped cream over the chilled cake and serve cold.

Notes

  • Chill the bowl and beaters before whipping the cream for best results.
  • The cake can be made a day ahead for enhanced flavor.
  • Top with fresh fruit or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg

Find it online: https://simplemealsbykim.com/tres-leches-cake/