TRES LECHES CAKE recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
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Tres Leches Cake Recipe

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@fogodechaoaustin

Jul 17 2025

2h

Serves 12

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Recipe information

Make Tres Leches Cake in just 2h . Vanilla sponge cake soaked in three types of milk, topped with toasted meringue and mixed berries.

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Ingredients

Cake

Preparation

Preparation

1. Make 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, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. Beat Eggs and Sugar

In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and milk, mixing well.

4. Combine and Bake

Gradually add dry ingredients to the egg mixture, mixing until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

5. Prepare Milk Soak

While the cake bakes, mix evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk in a bowl.

6. Soak the Cake

Once the cake is done and slightly cooled, poke holes all over the cake with a fork. Pour the milk mixture over the cake and allow it to soak for at least 1 hour.

7. Make Meringue

In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.

8. Top and Toast

Spread the meringue over the soaked cake and use a kitchen torch to toast the meringue lightly. Top with mixed berries before serving.

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