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Puerto Rican Tres Leches Cake Recipe

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Description

Puerto Rican Tres Leches Cake is a traditional dessert that is popular in Latin American countries. This cake is a sponge cake that is soaked in three different types of milk, giving it a moist and creamy texture. It is then topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to holidays.

Prep time

The preparation time for this cake is around 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this cake is around 30 minutes.

Ingredient

For the cake:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 5 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Fresh fruit for topping (optional)

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cake pan
  • Fork or toothpick
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour and baking powder.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Stir in vanilla.
  6. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture 2 tablespoons at a time, mixing until well blended.
  7. Stir in the milk until batter is smooth. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a fork or toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  9. Combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy whipping cream in a large bowl.
  10. Once the cake is out of the oven, use a fork or toothpick to poke holes all over the top of the cake.
  11. Pour the milk mixture over the cake, making sure to get it into all the holes.
  12. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
  13. Before serving, whip the heavy cream with the sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  14. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake and decorate with fresh fruit if desired.

Notes

This cake is best served cold, straight from the refrigerator. It is also recommended to let the cake sit in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight, before serving to allow the milk mixture to soak into the cake.

Nutrition Info

One serving of Puerto Rican Tres Leches Cake contains approximately:
  • Calories: 480
  • Fat: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Potassium: 220mg
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Sugar: 44g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Vitamin A: 20%
  • Calcium: 25%
  • Iron: 6%

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to poke plenty of holes in the cake before pouring the milk mixture over it. This will help the cake absorb the milk and become more moist.
  • You can add a little rum or other liquor to the milk mixture for an extra kick.
  • If you don't have heavy whipping cream, you can use regular whipping cream or cool whip instead.
  • Feel free to decorate the cake with any fresh fruit that you like, such as strawberries, kiwi, or mango.

Enjoy this delicious Puerto Rican Tres Leches Cake with your family and friends!


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