Tres Leches Cake

Experience the delectable richness of a classic Tres Leches Cake, a beloved favorite that beautifully melds a trio of milks with a light and airy sponge. This cake is perfect for celebrations or as a delightful treat that promises to impress both family and friends.

Ingredients

For the Cake:
🥚 4 eggs
🍚 1 cup sugar
🥄 1 cup oil
🍦 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
🥄 1 tablespoon baking powder
🌾 1 3/4 cups flour
🧴 Cooking spray

For the Milk Mixture:
🥛 2 cups milk
🥫 1 (12oz) can evaporated milk
🥫 1 (14oz) can sweetened condensed milk

For the Whipped Cream Topping:
🍶 1 (16oz) pint heavy whipping cream
🍬 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1- Preheat & Prepare:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.

2- Make the Cake Batter:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy.
Slowly add the oil, continuing to whisk until well combined.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, mix flour and baking powder. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, ensuring no lumps remain.

3- Bake the Cake:

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

4- Prepare the Milk Mixture:

While the cake is baking, combine the milk, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk in a medium bowl. Stir until well mixed.

5- Soak the Cake:

Once the cake is done baking, let it cool for about 10 minutes.
Using a skewer or fork, poke holes all over the cake.
Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to be absorbed gradually.

6- Prepare the Whipped Cream Topping:

In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form.
Spread or pipe the whipped cream evenly over the cooled and soaked cake.

7- Chill & Serve:

Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Slice and serve chilled.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes plus soaking time
Servings: 12
Calories per Serving: Approximately 420
Proteins: 8g
Fats: 22g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Equipment: Mixing bowls, whisk, 9x13 baking dish, oven, mixer for whipping