Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLocal Lime : Little RockTres Leches Recipe

Tres Leches Recipe

Time2h 30m
Serves12

Make Tres Leches Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cake

Milk Mixture

Method

Cake Preparation

  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, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Beat Eggs

    In another bowl, beat the eggs until they are light and fluffy. Add the milk and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

  5. 5

    Bake the Cake

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Cool the Cake

    Once baked, remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Milk Mixture Preparation

  1. 7

    Combine Milk Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk until well combined.

  2. 8

    Soak the Cake

    Once the cake has cooled, poke holes all over the top using a fork or toothpick. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, ensuring it absorbs well.

  3. 9

    Refrigerate

    Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.

Topping Preparation

  1. 10

    Whip the Cream

    In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.

  2. 11

    Top the Cake

    Spread the whipped cream over the soaked cake evenly. You can decorate with additional toppings if desired.

  3. 12

    Serve

    Slice the cake and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious Tres Leches!

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