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Close-up of a moist Tres Leches Cake slice topped with whipped cream and a fresh strawberry on a white plate

Easy Homemade Tres Leches Cake Recipe That Melts in Your Mouth

Linda
This Tres Leches Cake is a moist, melt-in-your-mouth dessert soaked with a creamy mixture of three kinds of milk. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and fresh fruit, it's the perfect sweet indulgence for any occasion
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Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mexican
Calories 450 kcal

Instructions
 

  • Eggs (5 large)
  • Granulated sugar (1 cup)
  • Milk (⅓ cup)
  • Vanilla extract (1 tsp)
  • All-purpose flour (1 cup)
  • Baking powder (1½ tsp)
  • Evaporated milk (1 can, 12 oz)
  • Sweetened condensed milk (1 can, 14 oz)
  • Heavy cream (½ cup, for the milk mixture)
  • Heavy cream (1 cup, for whipped topping)
  • Powdered sugar (3 tbsp, for whipped topping)
  • Vanilla extract (½ tsp, for whipped topping)
  • Fresh strawberries (Optional, for garnish)

Notes

Equipment:

Add Equipment (Use the following example for equipment)
  • Equipment 1: Mixing bowl
  • Equipment 2: Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Equipment 3: 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Equipment 4: Skewer or fork (for poking holes)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan:
    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and dust it lightly with flour.
  2. Whip Egg Yolks & Whites:
    Separate the eggs. In one bowl, whisk the egg yolks with ¾ cup sugar until pale. Add milk and vanilla. In another bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold the whites gently into the yolk mixture.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
    Sift flour and baking powder into the yolk mixture. Fold gently until just combined.
  4. Bake the Cake:
    Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Make Milk Mixture:
    In a bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream.
  6. Soak the Cake:
    Once the cake cools completely, poke holes all over with a fork or skewer. Slowly pour the milk mixture evenly over the cake. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
  7. Make Whipped Topping:
    Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Spread over the chilled cake.
  8. Garnish & Serve:
    Top with fresh strawberries if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition:

(For 1 serving)
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Protein: 5g

Notes:

  • Tip: Ensure your eggs are at room temperature before whipping. This will help create a fluffier cake.
  • For a more decadent twist, top the cake with chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Keyword Tres Leches Cake, Homemade Tres Leches Cake, Classic Tres Leches, Moist Cake Recipe