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Hello, friends! I’m Anne Carter. Now, I’m wearing my author hat over at “Beyond The Bayou Blog,” sharing the real deal from my kitchen to yours. Today, I’ve got something special for you – “The Tres Leche Cake recipe”. After countless shifts dishing out delights, I’ve nailed down a dessert that’s simple, satisfying, and downright delicious. you can also try our  Keto Mug Cake or Protein Mug Cake.

This Tres Leche Cake is a winner in my book, and it’s about time you give it a whirl. With just a bit of mixing, and baking. you’ll have a crowd-pleaser that’ll make you a dessert hero. So, tie on your apron, fire up that oven, and let’s get baking – Anne-style! Your taste buds are in for a treat, my friends. Enjoy!

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Tres Leche Cake Recipe

The crumb of Tres Leches Cake is incredibly delicate and moist. It is covered with whipped cream that has been slightly sweetened and steeped in a blend of three milks.
4.15 from 7 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: maxican
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Resting time: 2 hours
Total Time: 3 hours
Calories: 415kcal
Author: Anne Carter
Servings: 12

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Toothpick
  • Cooling Rack
  • Spatula

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 5 eggs, (large)
  • 1 cup sugar, divided into 3/4 and 1/4 cups
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup whole milk

Syrup:

  • 12 oz evaporated milk
  • 9 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream

Frosting:

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 cup berries, to garnish, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking pan with butter.
  • In a big bowl, mix together 1 cup of flour, 1 1/2 tsp of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  • Use two more bowls. Put the egg yolks in one and the egg whites in the other.
  • In the bowl with yolks, beat them with 3/4 cup of sugar using an electric mixer until they turn pale yellow (about 2 minutes). Mix in 1/3 cup of milk and 1 tsp of vanilla.
  • In the bowl with egg whites, beat them until soft peaks form (about 1 minute). Add the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar while beating until the egg whites are stiff but not dry (another minute).
  • Pour the egg yolk mixture over the flour mix and gently combine with a spatula. Fold in the egg white mixture until just combined. Pour the batter into the greased pan and spread it out evenly.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.

For the 3-Milk Syrup:

  • In a large measuring cup or bowl, combine 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream, 12 oz evaporated milk, and 9 oz condensed milk.
  • Once the cake is cool, poke it all over with a fork. Slowly drizzle the milk mixture over the cake, letting it soak in.

For the Whipped Cream Frosting:

  • In a chilled bowl, pour 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream and 2 Tbsp sugar. Beat on high speed for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes until it's thick, whipped, and spreadable.
  • Spread the whipped cream over the cake using a spatula. If you like, decorate with berries.

Nutrition

Calories: 415kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 152mg | Sodium: 171mg | Potassium: 344mg | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 865IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 242mg | Iron: 1mg
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Ophelia Winslow

Monday 15th of July 2024

This recipe was fantastic, but I found that the cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. Next time, I might reduce the sugar a bit.

Thaddeus Sinclair

Monday 15th of July 2024

This cake looks delicious! I’m planning a get-together with my friends this weekend and thinking of making this. Has anyone else tried it yet? Any tips to make it even better?

Alaric Voss

Monday 15th of July 2024

I made this cake for my friends last night, and now they want to move in with me! This recipe is a dangerous one to share – you might never get rid of your friends!

Orion Caldwell

Monday 15th of July 2024

Thank you so much for sharing this Tres Leches Cake recipe! It's my new go-to dessert for when my friends come over. Everyone absolutely loved it, and it was so easy to make!

Gideon Prescott

Monday 15th of July 2024

"I just tried making this Tres Leches Cake, and it turned out amazing! My friends loved it and couldn't stop talking about how moist and delicious it was. Thanks for sharing such a great recipe!"