Tres Leches Recipe
A rich sponge cake soaked in three types of milk.
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Ingredients
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Cake and Soaking Mixture
Method
Preparation and Assembly
- 1
Prepare the Cake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture and mix until well combined.
- 5
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 6
Prepare the Soaking Mixture
In a bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream.
- 7
Soak the Cake
Once the cake has cooled, poke holes all over the top with a fork. Pour the soaking mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to absorb.
- 8
Prepare the Topping
In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- 9
Serve
Spread the whipped cream over the soaked cake, sprinkle with ground cinnamon, slice, and serve chilled.