Indulge in the heavenly richness of Tres Leches Cake, a beloved Latin American dessert soaked in three types of milk. This recipe promises a moist, creamy, and utterly delightful treat that will leave you craving for more.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 5 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Ground cinnamon or nutmeg, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks with 3/4 cup of sugar until pale and creamy. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the cake batter until fully incorporated. Be careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the tres leches mixture. In a large mixing bowl, combine the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream. Whisk until well combined.
- Once the cake is baked and still warm, pierce the surface all over with a fork or skewer.
- Slowly pour the tres leches mixture over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in gradually. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to absorb the milk mixture.
- Before serving, sprinkle the top of the cake with ground cinnamon or nutmeg for a finishing touch, if desired.
- Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy the lusciousness of this Tres Leches Cake with friends and family!
