For an extra touch of elegance, consider garnishing with fresh berries or a sprinkle of cinnamon. The cake can be prepared a day in advance, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute whole milk for the half-and-half.
How to Make Tres Leches Cake
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME25 mins
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TOTAL TIME4 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS235
Indulge in the lusciousness of Tres Leches Cake, a symphony of textures and flavors. A light, airy cake soaked in a trio of milks, crowned with a cloud of whipped cream. Prepare for a dessert experience that's both comforting and utterly irresistible.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate52 g
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Cholesterol104 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein8 g
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Saturated Fat12 g
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Sodium469 mg
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Sugar32 g
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Fat24 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Generously grease a 10x15-inch baking dish with shortening. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, beat together cake mix, cold water, eggs, oil, and 1 teaspoon vanilla with an electric mixer until very smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Pour batter into the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top, shake the dish, and tap lightly on the counter 2 or 3 times to eliminate air bubbles. (2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of cake comes out clean, about 22 minutes. Let cake cool in the dish for at least 30 minutes. Poke holes all over cake with a bamboo skewer or the handle of a wooden spoon. (52 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, whisk together condensed milk, evaporated milk, and half-and-half until well combined; slowly pour milk mixture all over the top of cake and allow to soak in. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Wrap cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to overnight. (3 hours)
07 Step
Recipe View In a medium bowl, beat together cream, sugar, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon vanilla with an electric mixer until fluffy; spoon over cake slices to serve. (5 minutes)
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Alysa Dietrich
May 1, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy to follow, and the cake is always a hit.
Ashleigh Schneider
Jan 30, 2025The best Tres Leches recipe I've ever tried!
Muriel Weimann
May 18, 2024I've made this cake several times, and it's always perfect. The tips are really helpful.