“I live in Texas near the border so I’ve had this cake out many time…”

Tres Leches Cake, literally translating to “Three Milks Cake,” is a light and airy dessert soaked in a delicious mixture of milks. This recipe creates a perfectly balanced cake that’s not overly sweet and has a delightful texture.

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Cake Ingredients:

Ingredient Quantity
Butter 1/2 cup (1 stick)
Sugar 1 cup
Eggs 5
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
All-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups
Baking powder 1 teaspoon
Salt 1/2 teaspoon

Milk Mixture Ingredients:

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Ingredient Quantity
Whole milk 2 cups
Evaporated milk 1 (12 oz) can
Sweetened condensed milk 1 (14 oz) can

Whipped Cream Topping Ingredients:

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Ingredient Quantity
Heavy whipping cream 1 1/2 cups
Sugar 1 cup
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon

Instructions:

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.

  2. Make the Cake:

    • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
    • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, and salt).
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
    • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Make the Milk Mixture: While the cake cools slightly, combine the whole milk, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk in a large bowl or measuring cup. Whisk well to combine.

  4. Soak the Cake: Once the cake is done, poke holes all over the top using a fork or skewer. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the warm cake, allowing it to absorb the liquid. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

  5. Make the Whipped Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.

  6. Assemble and Serve: Spread the whipped cream over the chilled cake. Slice and serve chilled. Garnish with fresh berries or a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.

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