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Make Traditional Tres Leches At Home
Tres Leches is made from a soft, sponge cake soaked in a mixture of three types of milk—evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream—this decadent treat is topped with a light, whipped cream frosting. While it’s often enjoyed at celebrations and family gatherings, making Tres Leches at home is surprisingly easy and ensures you can enjoy this creamy, luscious dessert anytime you crave a sweet, comforting treat. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice, this recipe brings the authentic flavors of Tres Leches straight to your kitchen.
Ingredients For Cake:
– 9 eggs separated
– 1 cup sugar
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 2 cups all-purpose flour (Image: AI-generated)
Ingredients For Sauce:
– 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
– 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk
– 1 cup milk
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (Image: AI generated)
Ingredients For The Topping:
– 2 cups heavy whipping cream
– ¼ cup confectioners sugar (Image: AI generated)
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degree Fahrenheit. Butter a 9*13-inch pan, lining the bottom with a piece of parchment paper cut to fit the pan. (Image: AI generated)
Step 2: Pour the egg whites into the bowl of your mixer and beat on medium-high speed for 4 to 5 minutes, or until they hold soft peaks. (Image: AI generated)
Step 3: Slowly stir in the sugar and coninue beating until they hold harder or stiffer peaks. Turn off the mixer and with a spatula, move the egg white mixture into a large mixing bowl. (Image: AI generated)
Step 4: Rinse the mixer bowl and its whisk. Now, pour the egg yolks into the bowl and beat on medium-high speed for about 5-6 minutes, or until the yolks become creamy and puffy and their colour has tonned down to an almost cream colour rather than a loud yellow. Stir in the vanilla and continue beating for another mixture. (Image: AI generated)
Step 5: Gently pour the egg yolk mixture into the beaten egg whites. Using a spatula, fold them together in circular motions until you achieve a smooth, uniform batter. Be careful not to deflate the air whipped into the egg whites. Next, fold in the flour, scraping the sides of the bowl with the spatula to ensure the flour is fully incorporated. (Image: AI generated)
Step 6: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake in the oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. The cake may be slightly moist, but not wet. The top should be golden brown or lightly tanned, signalling that it’s ready. (Image: AI generated)
Step 7: Once the cake has cooled, carefully invert it onto a platter and remove the parchment paper. Place an upside-down platter on top of the cake and flip it again. Make sure the platter is large enough to hold both the cake and the vanilla sauce you’ll be preparing. Use a fork (or two) to poke holes all over the cake, allowing it to absorb the vanilla sauce more effectively. (Image: AI generated)
Step 8: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, regular milk, and vanilla extract. Pour the vanilla sauce evenly over the cake. It might seem like a lot of sauce, but don’t worry—it will all be absorbed by the cake! (Image: AI generated)
Step 9: In the bowl of a mixer, whip the heavy cream and confectioners’ sugar on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. (Image: AI generated)
Step 10: Spread the whipped cream all over the already-wet cake and place it in the refrigerator. You can decorate the cake with berries or any other topping of your choice. (Image: AI generated)
