Tres Leches Recipe

Directions for Tres Leches Cake

1. 1

   Prepare the Cake

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

2. 2

   Mix Dry Ingredients

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

3. 3

   Cream Butter and Sugar

   In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

   Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

5. 5

   Bake the Cake

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.

6. 6

   Prepare the Milk Mixture

   In a bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk.

7. 7

   Soak the Cake

   Once the cake is cool, poke holes all over the surface using a fork. Pour the milk mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in.

8. 8

   Make the Meringue

   In a clean bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread over the soaked cake.

9. 9

   Serve

   Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. Cut into squares and enjoy!