Description

This Tres Leches Cake features a moist, milky texture with a rich flavor that’s sure to impress. Combining three types of milk, this cake is simple to prepare and perfect for any gathering, making it a must-try for anyone craving an easy, delicious dessert.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour, or substitute 1:1 gf 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
12 oz evaporated milk
9 oz sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 cup berries, to garnish, optional

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 °F and butter a 9×13 casserole pan. Set up three mixing bowls.
In a large bowl, sift together 1 cup of flour, baking powder, and salt. Separate egg whites and yolks into the other two bowls.
Beat the egg yolks with 3/4 cup of sugar using an electric mixer on high speed until they turn pale yellow (around 2 minutes). Then, stir in 1/3 cup of milk and vanilla extract.
Beat the egg whites on high speed until soft peaks form (approximately 1 minute). With the mixer still running, add the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar and beat until the egg whites are stiff but not dry (about 1 minute).
Pour the egg yolk mixture over the flour mixture and gently mix with a spatula. Fold in the egg white mixture gently until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly, and bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, you can substitute all-purpose flour with 1:1 gluten-free flour.
Top with fresh berries for a colorful garnish that adds a burst of flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 300
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 100mg