Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsAlas de FridaTres Leches Cake Recipe

Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Inspired by Alas de Frida
Time2h
Serves12

Sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk (evaporated, condensed & heavy cream)

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Cake Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

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

  2. 2

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Beat Eggs and Sugar

    In a large bowl, beat together the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Dry Ingredients

    Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.

  5. 5

    Add Vanilla

    Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed.

  6. 6

    Bake the Cake

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  7. 7

    Cool the Cake

    Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Milk Soaking Mixture

  1. 8

    Prepare the Milk Mixture

    In a mixing bowl, combine the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream. Whisk until well blended.

  2. 9

    Soak the Cake

    Once the cake is completely cool, pierce the surface with a fork or skewer. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Topping Preparation

  1. 10

    Prepare Whipped Cream

    In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.

  2. 11

    Top the Cake

    Spread the whipped cream evenly over the soaked cake. Optionally, sprinkle with cinnamon and garnish with fresh fruit.

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