Tres Leches Recipe

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Cake

   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

   Mix Wet Ingredients

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

4. 4

   Combine Mixtures

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

5. 5

   Bake the Cake

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.

6. 6

   Prepare the Milk Mixture

   In a bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream.

7. 7

   Soak the Cake

   Once the cake is cooled, poke holes all over the surface and slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.

8. 8

   Make the Mascarpone Cream

   In a bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and orange zest until soft peaks form.

9. 9

   Top the Cake

   Spread the mascarpone cream over the soaked cake evenly.

10. 10

    Chill and Serve

    Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.