Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and milk.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
Prepare the Milk Mixture
- In a bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk.
- Once the cake is cool, poke holes all over the top using a fork.
- Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
Prepare the Topping
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the soaked cake and garnish with fresh fruit.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Tres leches cake is best served chilled and can be topped with a variety of fruits like strawberries, mangoes, or blueberries.
