Introduction:
This Tres Leches Cake recipe is a classic and indulgent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake consists of a sponge cake soaked in three different types of milk, making it moist, rich, and incredibly delicious. With a creamy topping and a hint of cinnamon, this Tres Leches Cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Serves: 8
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup white sugar
- 5 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the melted butter and sugar until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in the flour mixture until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk. Poke holes all over the cake with a fork, then pour the milk mixture over the cake. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread over the top of the cake and sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 380 || Protein: 6g || Carbohydrates: 40g || Fat: 22g || Fiber: 1g