Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Cake

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

2. 2

   Mix Dry Ingredients

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

3. 3

   Combine Wet Ingredients

   In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the vanilla extract and milk. Mix well.

4. 4

   Combine Mixtures

   Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.

5. 5

   Bake the Cake

   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. 6

   Prepare the Milk Mixture

   In a separate bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream.

7. 7

   Soak the Cake

   Once the cake is done baking, allow it to cool slightly before poking holes all over the top with a fork. Pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.

8. 8

   Chill the Cake

   Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

9. 9

   Serve

   Before serving, drizzle chocolate syrup over the top. Enjoy with Aguardente Fim de Século.