Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Time2h

Serves12

Rating

4.0

2 ratings

Vanilla sponge cake soaked in three types of milk, topped with toasted meringue and mixed berries.

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Ingredients

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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.