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Pastel de Tres Leches (Three Milk Cake) Recipe
Pastel de Tres Leches features light sponge cake that's steeped in three distinctive kinds of milk including condensed, evaporated, and heavy cream for authentic Mexican dessert luxury. This traditional preparation demonstrates the importance of proper milk combinations while the sponge cake base provides ideal absorption for maximum flavor development. The three milk approach creates unique richness and texture that defines authentic tres leches cake preparation.
Pastel de tres leches is a sponge cake that’s steeped in three kinds of milk: condensed, evaporated, and heavy cream. The soaked cake is served with whipped cream and sliced fresh strawberries. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs
Servings:
12
Yield:
1 10×15-inch cake
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Ingredients
Cake:
6 medium eggs, separated
1 cup white sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup milk
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Tres Leches:
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream (Optional)
For Serving:
1 cup whipped cream (Optional)
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries (Optional)
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 10×15-inch baking dish.
Make the cake: Beat egg whites in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar until mixture is glossy. Beat in egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Reduce the speed to medium and mix in flour, about 1 tablespoon at a time. Mix in milk, baking powder, and vanilla. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 15 minutes.
Make the tres leches: Combine condensed milk, evaporated milk, and cream in a blender. Pulse several times until well blended.
Pour tres leches over cake. Cover and refrigerate until cake is cold and all liquid has been absorbed at least 1 hour.
Cut chilled cake into 12 squares. Top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream and a few sliced strawberries.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 396 | Calories |
| 19g | Fat |
| 48g | Carbs |
| 10g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
| Calories 396 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 19g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol 154mg | 51% |
| Sodium 244mg | 11% |
| Total Carbohydrate 48g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 2% |
| Total Sugars 39g | |
| Protein 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin C 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium 283mg | 22% |
| Iron 1mg | 7% |
| Potassium 312mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
