Tres Leches Cake (Easy)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 14
Delicious Tres Leches Cake recipe for your dessert menu
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

18 ounces white cake mix
3 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/3 cup oil
1 cup whole milk
12 ounces evaporated milk
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
8 ounces whipped dessert topping mix
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup whole milk
9 cherries

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
391
Sugar
39g
Fat
15g
Tres Leches Cake is a popular Latin American dessert that is enjoyed throughout the world. It is a sponge cake that is soaked in a mixture of three different kinds of milk: whole milk, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk. The cake is then topped with whipped cream and garnished with cherries. Its name literally translates to three milks cake. This version of the recipe is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients. It is a great dessert option for any occasion and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, eggs, milk, and oil. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
4.Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface.
5.Bake for 30-35 minutes until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6.In a medium mixing bowl, combine the whole milk, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk. Whisk until well combined.
7.Using a fork, pierce the top of the cake all over. Slowly pour the milk mixture evenly over the entire cake.
8.Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the milk mixture to soak into the cake.
9.In a large mixing bowl, combine the whipped dessert topping mix, vanilla, and whole milk. Beat on high speed until stiff peaks form.
10.Spread the whipped topping over the top of the cake.
11.Garnish with cherries and serve chilled.

PROS

Tres Leches Cake is a classic Latin American dessert that is rich, creamy, and oh-so-delicious.

It is easy to make and can be prepared in advance for a fuss-free dessert option.

It is also gluten-free and can be made dairy-free by using non-dairy milk alternatives.

CONS

This cake is high in calories, sugar, and fat.

It should be enjoyed as an occasional treat as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed in moderation as an occasional treat.
The milk used in this recipe is a good source of calcium, which is essential for strong bones and teeth.
The whipped topping is made with non-fat dry milk, which is a good source of protein and vitamin D.

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