Jul 14 2026

Tres Laches Cake Recipe

Time2h
Serves12

Indulge in the heavenly layers of our Tres Leches Cake, a delightful Mexican dessert soaked in three types of milk, creating a moist and rich texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with a light, fluffy whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, each bite is a sweet escape that transports you to a world of creamy bliss. Perfectly paired with fresh fruit or enjoyed on its own, this cake is a must-try for any sweet tooth!

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Cake Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 3

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well blended.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.

  5. 5

    Bake the Cake

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Prepare Tres Leches Mixture

    While the cake is baking, mix together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk in a bowl.

  7. 7

    Soak the Cake

    Once the cake is done, allow it to cool for 10 minutes in the pan. Poke holes all over the cake with a fork and pour the tres leches mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.

  8. 8

    Chill and Serve

    Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, or overnight. Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit.

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