Tres Leches
Tres Leches is a traditional Latin American cake soaked in three types of milk, creating a rich and moist dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Servings: 8 -10 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 can 12 oz evaporated milk
- 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Whipped cream for topping
- Fresh fruit for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet mixture, combining until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before soaking.
- In a bowl, mix evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream.
- Poke holes in the cooled cake using a fork.
- Pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and fresh fruit.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g