Tres Leches Cake | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

For the Cake:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk
For the Milk Mixture:
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup whole milk
For the Topping:
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Fresh fruit or cinnamon for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Cake

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.

Prepare the Milk Mixture

In a medium bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk.

Soak the Cake

Once the cake is completely cool, use a fork or toothpick to poke holes all over the surface of the cake.

Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in. Let the cake absorb the milk mixture for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator, or overnight for best results.

Prepare the Topping

In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream and sugar until stiff peaks form.

Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake.

Serve

Garnish with fresh fruit or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

Cut into squares and serve chilled.