Tres Leches Cake is a delicious and moist dessert originating from Latin America. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 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
For the Milk Mixture:
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
- 1 cup whole milk
For the Topping:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour mixture, stirring until well combined.
4. In another clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
5. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the cake batter until just combined. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. While the cake is baking, prepare the milk mixture. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk until well combined. Set aside.
8. Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly in the pan for about 10 minutes.
9. Using a fork or skewer, poke holes all over the surface of the cake. Pour the milk mixture evenly over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in.
10. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the cake to absorb the milk mixture.
11. Before serving, prepare the topping. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the chilled cake.
12. Optionally, you can garnish the cake with fresh fruit like strawberries or mango slices.
13. Serve chilled and enjoy your delicious Tres Leches Cake!
This recipe yields a moist and decadent cake that’s perfect for any occasion. Enjoy!
