Dos Leches Cake
Indulge in the velvety sweetness of Dos Leches Cake, a lighter twist on the classic tres leches dessert. This moist and fluffy cake is soaked in a rich duo of sweetened condensed milk and whole milk, infusing every bite with creamy decadence. Topped with a cloud of freshly whipped cream and a hint of cinnamon for a touch of warmth, this dessert is perfect for any occasion—from casual gatherings to elegant celebrations. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make cake serves 8 and offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will leave everyone craving more. Keywords: dos leches cake, easy milk cake, whipped cream topping, moist dessert recipe, cinnamon garnish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Whole milk
- 1 can (14 ounces) Sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cup Whipping cream (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for topping)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together with a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the eggs to the butter mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top evenly.
Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
While the cake bakes, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and 3/4 cup of whole milk in a small bowl. Set aside.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Using a fork or skewer, poke holes all over the surface of the cake.
Slowly pour the milk mixture evenly over the entire cake, allowing it to soak in.
Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for maximum flavor and moisture.
Before serving, whip the whipping cream and powdered sugar together in a bowl until soft peaks form.
Spread the whipped cream over the chilled cake, and garnish with ground cinnamon if desired.
Slice, serve, and enjoy your Dos Leches Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3697 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.6 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.9 g | 430% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 979 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 2098 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 542.0 g | 197% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 441.8 g | ||
| Protein | 70.6 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 1558 mg | 120% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2170 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
