Tres Leches Recipe

dessert

1. 1

   Prepare the Cake

   Preheat your oven and prepare the cake batter.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

4. 4

   In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

5. 5

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

6. 6

   Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk, until everything is well combined.

7. 7

   Bake the Cake

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake.

8. 8

   Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and smooth the top.

9. 9

   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

10. 10

    Prepare the Milk Mixture

    Combine the three milks and prepare for soaking the cake.

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    In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream until smooth.

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    Soak the Cake

    Let the cake cool and soak it in the milk mixture.

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    Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.

14. 14

    Poke holes all over the top of the cake using a fork or skewer.

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    Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.

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    Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

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    Prepare the Topping

    Whip the cream and prepare for serving.

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    In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.

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    Serve

    Garnish and enjoy your dessert!

20. 20

    Spread the whipped cream over the soaked cake.

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    Sprinkle with cinnamon and top with fresh berries if desired.

22. 22

    Slice the cake into 24 pieces and serve chilled.