Tres Leches Cake
Tres Leches Cake is a delightful Latin American dessert that is loved for its moist and creamy texture. This cake is traditionally made using three types of milk—evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk—which are soaked into a light sponge cake, creating a rich and decadent treat. It is often topped with a fluffy whipped cream frosting and garnished with fresh fruit or a dusting of cinnamon. The name "tres leches" translates to "three milks," reflecting its unique preparation method that results in a wonderfully indulgent experience. Whether served at celebrations or enjoyed as a simple afternoon treat, this cake captures the essence of comfort and sweetness.
How to assemble the Tres Leches Cake:
Pour the egg yolk mixture into the flour mixture, then carefully fold together using a spatula. Gently fold the egg white mixture in until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and evenly spread using a spatula.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a wooden skewer comes out clean.
Allow to cool for about 20-30 minutes before making the milk glaze.
5. Using a fork, evenly poke holes all over the top of the sponge cake.
6. Pour the milk glaze evenly over the cake (it looks like a lot, but it will absorb).
7. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, ideally overnight.
8. Evenly spread the whipped cream all over the cake.
9. Allow to chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy!
Baking Tips:
Line or grease your pan: Make sure to generously grease or thoroughly line your baking tray with parchment paper, as this will make removing the slices from the pan much easier and prevent any potential sticking issues.
Don’t overbake: Bake the cake until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out completely clean and free of any batter. Be sure to avoid overbaking the cake, as this can lead to dryness and a less enjoyable texture.
Poke enough holes: Make sure you poke enough holes evenly and thoroughly over the entire surface of the cake to ensure that the delicious milk glaze gets absorbed uniformly and enhances the flavor throughout each bite.
Don’t skip the 4 hour-overnight soak time: Allow the cake to rest in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours, or even better, overnight if possible. This step is crucial because, without this resting period, the cake may come out dry and spongy. Giving it ample time to soak in the flavors makes all the difference in achieving that moist, delicious texture we all love.
Keep it cold: Tres Leches Cake is best served cold; this helps enhance the flavours and texture.
Tres Leches Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
Line or grease your pan: Make sure to generously grease or thoroughly line your baking tray with parchment paper, as this will make removing the slices from the pan much easier and prevent any potential sticking issues.
Don’t overbake: Bake the cake until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out completely clean and free of any batter. Be sure to avoid overbaking the cake, as this can lead to dryness and a less enjoyable texture.
Poke enough holes: Make sure you poke enough holes evenly and thoroughly over the entire surface of the cake to ensure that the delicious milk glaze gets absorbed uniformly and enhances the flavor throughout each bite.
Don’t skip the 4 hour-overnight soak time: Allow the cake to rest in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours, or even better, overnight if possible. This step is crucial because, without this resting period, the cake may come out dry and spongy. Giving it ample time to soak in the flavors makes all the difference in achieving that moist, delicious texture we all love.
Keep it cold: Tres Leches Cake is best served cold; this helps enhance the flavours and texture.