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The Ultimate Tres Leches Cake (Authentic Recipe) Dinner, then Dessert from dinnerthendessert.com
Tres leches cake is a classic Mexican dessert made from airy sponge cake soaked in a sweet, creamy trifecta of milks. The combination of evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream ensures that each bite is incredibly moist and delicious. This traditional Latin cake is beloved by many and is an easy recipe that makes a big statement.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 4 large eggs
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Milk Mixture:
- 12 ounces (1 can) evaporated milk
- 14 ounces (1 can) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
For the Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Assorted fresh fruit, such as berries and kiwi, for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the eggs on medium-high speed for about 5 minutes, until thick and light in color. Gradually add the sugar, beating until the mixture is thick and ribbons back onto itself. This should take about 5 minutes. Add the vanilla and mix until combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. With the mixer on low speed, very slowly add the flour mixture to the egg mixture. Increase the speed to medium and mix until incorporated.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
5. Using a fork, poke holes all over the top of the cake. In a medium bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to absorb completely before adding more. Once all the milk mixture has been added, cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
6. To make the topping, beat the heavy cream in the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with the whisk attachment, until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar and vanilla and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
7. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake and top with fresh fruit. Slice and serve.
Nutrition
This recipe yields about 8 servings of Tres Leches cake. Each serving contains about 340 calories, 16.7g fat, 40.2g carbohydrates, and 5.8g protein. This cake is not a low fat or low calorie dessert, but it is a classic that everyone should experience at least once. Enjoy!
