Tres Leches Cake: A Delightful Indulgence

Tres Leches Cake holds an esteemed place among the favorites in my family, and for good reason. Its perfect balance of sweetness, ease of preparation, make-ahead convenience, and exquisite taste make it a recurrent delight on our table, especially when paired with other Mexican culinary favorites.

Ingredients

• ½ cup (1 stick) butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 5 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 ½ cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 cups whole milk
• 12oz can evaporated milk
• 14oz can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 1/2 cups whipping cream
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, beating until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3. In a small bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
4. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
5. Use a fork to pierce the top of the cake all over and allow it to cool to room temperature.
6. In a large bowl, combine whole milk, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk. Pour this milk mixture over the cooled cake, allowing time for absorption.
7. In a chilled bowl, whip together whipping cream, 1 cup of sugar, and vanilla until peaks form. Spread this whipped topping over the cake after the milk has been absorbed.
8. If desired, sprinkle cinnamon over the top. Keep the cake refrigerated and serve it chilled.

Indulge in the divine experience of this Tres Leches Cake – a true culinary masterpiece.