Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Cake Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Cake

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

2. 2

   Mix Dry Ingredients

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

3. 3

   Cream Butter and Sugar

   In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.

4. 4

   Combine Mixtures

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.

5. 5

   Bake

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.

6. 6

   Prepare Tres Leches Mixture

   In a bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk.

7. 7

   Soak Cake

   Poke holes all over the cooled cake with a fork. Pour the tres leches mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.

8. 8

   Chill and Serve

   Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours (or overnight) before serving. Top with whipped cream and cherries if desired.