Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLa Mesa Mexican RestaurantTres Leches Cake Recipe

Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Time3h
Serves12

A moist cake soaked in three types of milk.

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Cake Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat Oven

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

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 3

    Beat Eggs and Sugar

    In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and melted butter.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, alternating with the whole milk. Mix until just combined.

  5. 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. 6

    Cool the Cake

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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