Tres Leches Cake

Mexico

Also known as Pastel de Tres Leches

About Tres Leches Cake

Tres Leches Cake is a light sponge cake soaked in a mixture of three milks (evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk and heavy cream), then topped with whipped cream. It is moist and sweet but not soggy.

The cake's airy texture lets it absorb a large amount of liquid. It is chilled for several hours so the milk mixture soaks through evenly.

Tres leches is popular across Mexico and Latin America, and several countries claim it. Recipes printed on cans of condensed milk in the 20th century may have helped it spread. It is a favorite at birthdays and celebrations, often topped with cinnamon or fruit.

Ingredients

• flour
• eggs
• sugar
• evaporated milk
• sweetened condensed milk
• heavy cream
• vanilla