The Best Tres Leches Cake

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 9

The Best Tres Leches Cake recipe that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

330

Sugar

35g

Fat

16g

The Best Tres Leches Cake is a popular dessert in Hispanic countries. It is sponge cake that is soaked in three types of milk: sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and regular milk. The cake is then topped with whipped cream making it moist, sweet and creamy. This cake is perfect for celebrations and gatherings and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Prepare the yellow cake mix as directed on the box, using the eggs and water.
3.	Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
4.	While the cake is baking, mix together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and regular milk.
5.	When the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
6.	Using a fork, prick the cake all over to create holes for the milk mixture to soak in.
7.	Pour the milk mixture over the cake, making sure to get it into all the holes.
8.	Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour, or until the milk has been fully absorbed.
9.	Spread the whipped topping over the top of the cake, if desired.

PROS

This Tres Leches Cake is moist, sweet and creamy making it a crowd-pleaser.

It is easy to make and requires simple ingredients.

CONS

This cake is not suitable for lactose intolerant individuals due to its milk content.

It is also high in calories and fat which means that it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not particularly healthy, it contains calcium, vitamins D and B12 which are all important for bone health.
It also provides a good amount of energy for daily activities.

	1 box yellow cake mix
	3 eggs
	1/2 cup water
	1 cup sweetened condensed milk
	1 cup evaporated milk
	1 cup milk
	1 -2 cup whipped topping ( optional )