Creamy and Moist Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of a traditional Tres Leches Cake. This Mexican dessert is a sponge cake soaked in three milks - evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream - creating a moist and creamy texture. Topped with whipped cream and served cold, this cake is a perfect treat for any special occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 5 large eggs, separated
• 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
• 1/3 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup whipped cream, for topping
• Ground cinnamon, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate large bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add 1/2 cup of sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
4. In another bowl, beat the egg yolks with the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour mixture and mix until well combined.
5. Gently fold in the beaten egg whites into the batter until no streaks remain.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. While the cake is baking, prepare the tres leches mixture. In a bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream.
9. When the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
10. Using a fork or skewer, poke several holes all over the top of the cake.
11. Slowly pour the tres leches mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in. Reserve a small portion of the mixture for serving.
12. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to absorb the milks.
13. Before serving, spread whipped cream evenly over the top of the cake.
14. Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top for garnish.
15. Slice and serve the Tres Leches Cake chilled, drizzling each slice with the reserved tres leches mixture.

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