Mexican tres leches cake pastel de 3 leches –If you’re looking for a delicious dessert that will impress your guests, consider trying this easy and authentic Tres Leches Cake. This traditional Latin American treat is soaked in three types of milk, resulting in a moist and flavorful cake that’s perfect for any occasion.
Tres Leches Cake
This cake is not only delightful to the palate but also visually appealing. Below is an image to inspire your baking adventure.
Ingredients
To create this exquisite cake, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar for decoration
- Fresh fruit or strawberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Follow these steps to make your delicious Tres Leches Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with a mixer on high speed for about 5 minutes, until they are thick and pale. Gradually add the sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until incorporated.
- Gently fold the flour mixture into the egg mixture. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake the cake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely.
- Once cooled, use a fork to poke holes all over the cake.
- In a separate bowl, combine the whole milk, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk. Pour this milk mixture over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake.
- Garnish with fresh fruit or strawberries, if desired. Slice and serve chilled.
Enjoy your homemade Tres Leches Cake, a divine dessert that combines flavor and tradition in every bite!