Buttermilk Tres Leches Recipe

Instructions

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

3. 3

   Cream Butter and Sugar

   In a separate bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add Eggs and Vanilla

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Combine Wet and Dry

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.

6. 6

   Bake the Cake

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

7. 7

   Prepare the Milk Mixture

   In a bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and any remaining buttermilk. Mix well.

8. 8

   Soak the Cake

   Once the cake is done, let it cool for 10 minutes. Poke holes all over the top of the cake with a fork and pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.

9. 9

   Chill

   Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

10. 10

    Serve

    Before serving, drizzle with Dulce de Leche and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.