Mexican Tres Leche Cake
🕒 Total Time: 55 minutes
🥄 Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Unsalted butter |
| 5 | Eggs |
| 1 1/3 cups | Milk |
| 1 can (14 oz) | Sweetened condensed milk |
| 1 can (12 oz) | Evaporated milk |
| 1 tbsp | Rum |
| 1 cup | Heavy cream |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 1 tsp | Sugar |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a square cake pan.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- Sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder in a bowl.
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Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In another bowl, cream together 1 cup of sugar and the unsalted butter until the mixture is well blended and fluffy.
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Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla:
- Add the eggs and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract to the sugar-butter mixture.
- Beat until the mixture becomes foamy.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gently fold the sifted flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until the batter is smooth and well combined.
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Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely.
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Prepare Tres Leche Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, regular milk, and rum until the mixture is well blended.
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Soak the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, carefully poke holes all over the surface using a fork or toothpick.
- Pour the prepared tres leche mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
- Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the cake to absorb the milk mixture.
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Whip the Cream:
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until it begins to thicken.
- Add 1 teaspoon of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Continue whisking until stiff peaks form.
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Frost the Cake:
- Remove the chilled cake from the refrigerator.
- Spread the whipped cream over the top and sides of the cake, creating a smooth and even layer.
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Serve:
- Cut the Mexican Tres Leche Cake into squares.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the creamy, indulgent flavors of this delicious dessert!
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a sweet treat, this Mexican Tres Leche Cake is sure to impress with its moist texture and rich flavor profile. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or indulgent family desserts, this recipe is a delightful addition to any occasion.
