Good Eats Tres Leches Cake
Indulge in the rich, velvety sweetness of this *Good Eats Tres Leches Cake*, a crowd-pleasing dessert infused with three luxuriant milks—sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream—that make every bite moist and irresistible. This classic Latin-inspired treat begins with a light, buttery sponge cake, perfectly crafted to soak up the decadent tres leches mixture. Topped with a cloud of freshly whipped cream and optional garnishes like ground cinnamon or fresh berries, this cake is a celebration-worthy showstopper that's as beautiful as it is delicious. With just 25 minutes of prep time and simple, step-by-step instructions, this recipe is perfect for beginner bakers and seasoned pros alike. Whether you're hosting a party or treating your family, this tres leches cake promises unforgettable flavor and texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 whole large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
- as-needed fresh berries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
In a medium-sized bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the whole milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
While the cake bakes, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and 1/2 cup of the heavy cream in a medium bowl to create the tres leches mixture.
When the cake is fully baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes in the pan. Use a skewer or fork to poke small holes all over the surface of the cake.
Slowly pour the tres leches mixture evenly over the entire cake, allowing it to soak into the holes. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Just before serving, whip the remaining 1 1/2 cups heavy cream with 3 tablespoons powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
Spread the whipped cream over the top of the soaked cake. Optionally, dust with ground cinnamon and garnish with fresh berries for added flavor and presentation.
Slice and serve directly from the pan. Enjoy your Good Eats Tres Leches Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.8 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 189 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 259 mg | 6% | |
*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.
