Tres Leches Cake (Three Milks Cake)

Tres Leches Cake (Three Milks Cake)
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    319

Indulge in the ethereal delight of Tres Leches Cake, a sponge cake soaked in a luscious blend of three milks, crowned with a cloud-like meringue. This cool and creamy dessert is the perfect ending to any meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    84 g
  • Cholesterol
    123 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    13 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    320 mg
  • Sugar
    75 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8x12-inch baking dish. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins In a large bowl, beat the 5 egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/2 cup of the sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form. Set aside. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar until pale and slightly thickened. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Gently fold the egg yolk mixture into the beaten egg whites. Gradually sift in the flour, folding until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 25 mins Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (25 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Let the cake cool completely in the pan. (60 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins In a large measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Once the cake is cool, use a fork to poke holes all over the surface. Slowly pour the milk mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the 3 egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/2 cup of the sugar, beating until stiff meringue forms. Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Spread the meringue frosting evenly over the soaked cake. You can create swirls or peaks with a spatula for a more decorative finish. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 hrs Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving, allowing the flavors to meld and the cake to chill completely. (120 minutes)

For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of whole milk in the milk mixture.
To prevent the meringue from weeping, make sure the cake is completely cool before frosting, and serve the cake within a day or two.
A splash of rum or brandy can be added to the milk mixture for an extra layer of flavor.
You can broil the meringue for a few seconds to toast it lightly (watch carefully to avoid burning).

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 106 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Zachary Cartwright

    This recipe is a keeper! The cake was incredibly moist and the meringue was perfect.

  • Lawrence Funk

    I added a little bit of cinnamon to the milk mixture, and it was amazing!

  • Elmore Grimes

    My family loved this cake! It was the perfect dessert for our celebration.

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