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Easy Tres Leches Cake

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A fluffy, cloud-like cake drenched in three kinds of milk, perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat.
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword cake, dessert, tres leches cake
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 350

Ingredients

Cake

  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use high-quality flour for a light and fluffy cake base.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure your baking powder is fresh for the perfect rise.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust amount for sweetness preference.
  • 3 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Full-fat milk enhances moisture.

Tres Leches Mixture

  • 1 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Key to the tres leches concept.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Provides signature creamy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds aroma and flavor.
  • 1 pinch Ground Cinnamon Adjust according to taste.

Topping

  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Freshly whipped cream completes the dessert.
  • Fresh Berries (optional) Strawberries or blueberries for garnish.

Instructions

Prepare the Cake Batter

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until mixed. In another bowl, beat eggs with sugar until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture, folding gently.

Bake the Cake

  • Pour batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.

Create the Tres Leches Mixture

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk. Add a splash of vanilla extract for flavor. Set aside.

Add the Milk Mixture

  • Once the cake is cooled, poke holes in the top and pour the tres leches mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.

Serve

  • Top with whipped cream and garnish with fresh berries if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

This cake is perfect for any celebration or as a delightful treat any day.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg