Prep
20m
Cook
30m
Serves
12
Experience the creamy delight of Tres Leches Cake with our easy Mexican dessert recipes. This comprehensive guide helps you create this moist, flavorful cake effortlessly, making it an ideal choice for your next special occasion.
Ingredients (10)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 large eggs
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can evaporated milk
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 cup heavy cream
Steps (6)
Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
Beat Eggs: In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in milk and vanilla.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture; mix until smooth.
Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Soak Cake: In a small bowl, combine evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream. Pour over the cooled cake.
Top with Whipped Cream: Spread whipped cream over the cake before serving.
Additional tips
- Poke holes in the cake before pouring the milk mixture to ensure even soaking.
- Refrigerate the cake for a few hours before serving for better flavor.
- Garnish with fresh fruit for added color and taste.
- To make more: double the ingredients.