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Easy Tres Leches Cake

Easy Tres Leches Cake

MEXICANSource

An ultra-moist cake made from scratch, with an optional fourth milk for a richer flavor.

1 day 1h·DESSERT9Servings

Nutrition

764kcal
14gProtein
80gCarbs
44gFat

Ingredients

CAKE
All-Purpose Flour
1½ cups
Granulated Sugar
1 cup
Baking Powder
1½ tsp
Salt
½ tsp
Large Egg
4 whole
Vegetable Oil
½ cup
Whole Milk
½ cup
Vanilla Extract
1 tsp
TRES LECHES SOAK
Sweetened Condensed Milk
1 can
Evaporated Milk
1 can
Heavy Cream
½ cup
Whole Milk
Optional
½ cup
WHIPPED CREAM TOPPING
Heavy Cream
2 cups
Powdered Sugar
½ cup
Vanilla Extract
1 tsp

Equipment

Stand Mixer

Instructions

1Prepare the Cake Batter15m
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
Combine Batter
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
2Bake the Cake35m
Pour into Pan
Pour the batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Bake
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool Cake
Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before proceeding.
3Prepare the Tres Leches Soak5m
Combine Milks
In a bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, heavy cream, and optional whole milk until well combined.
4Soak the Cake10m
Poke Holes
While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over the top using a fork or skewer.
Pour Soak
Slowly and evenly pour the milk mixture over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in.
Chill
Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to fully absorb the liquid.
5Prepare Whipped Cream Topping5m
Whip Cream
In a chilled bowl using a stand mixer, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
6Serve5m
Top and Serve
Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled cake. Slice and serve immediately.

Tips

For an even richer flavor, consider using the optional fourth milk (whole milk) in the soak.
Allowing the cake to chill overnight is crucial for the best texture and flavor absorption.
Ensure the cake is still warm when you pour the milk soak over it to help it absorb better.

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