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Perfect Tres Leches Cake

This Perfect Tres Leches Cake is a must-try! Moist, milky goodness soaked in three kinds of milk for an indulgent dessert experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • 5 large eggs separated
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream chilled
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Separate the egg yolks from the whites. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, gradually adding 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until glossy.
  2. Step 2: In another bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, remaining sugar, and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract until smooth. Add 1 cup of whole milk and mix well.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the egg yolk mixture, mixing until just combined.
  4. Step 4: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter using a spatula.
  5. Step 5: Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  6. Step 6: While the cake cools, combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and 1 cup of whole milk in a bowl. Mix well.
  7. Step 7: Poke holes in the cooled cake and slowly pour the milk mixture over it. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  8. Step 8: Combine chilled heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Whip until soft peaks form.
  9. Step 9: Spread the whipped cream evenly over the top of the soaked cake and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Make the cake a day in advance for better flavor.
  • Use fresh whipped cream for the best texture.
  • Experiment with flavors by adding extracts to the milk soak.