Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBlue Iguana Salt Lake CityTres Leches Cake Recipe

Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Time3h
Serves12

A white sponge cake soaks up a blend of three milks; evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk & whole milk. Topped with whipped cream & a fresh strawberry

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Bake 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 medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 3

    Beat Eggs and Sugar

    In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, alternating with the whole milk, until fully combined.

  5. 5

    Bake

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool in the pan.

  6. 6

    Prepare Milk Mixture

    In a bowl, mix together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk.

  7. 7

    Soak the Cake

    Once the cake is cooled, poke holes throughout the surface with a fork and pour the milk mixture over the cake. Allow it to soak for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

  8. 8

    Make Whipped Cream

    In a mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.

  9. 9

    Top the Cake

    Spread the whipped cream over the soaked cake and garnish with fresh strawberries.

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