Layered Tres Leches Cake Recipe

This delightful Layered Tres Leches Cake is a sumptuous twist on the traditional Latin American dessert, renowned for its indulgent sponge soaked in a luscious blend of three types of milk.

Ingredients:

• For the sponge cake:

  • 225g all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 115g unsalted butter, softened
  • 200g granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 120ml whole milk

• For the milk mixture:

  • 400ml condensed milk
  • 300ml evaporated milk
  • 200ml whole milk
• For the whipped cream topping:
  • 300ml double cream
  • 50g icing sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sponge: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Grease and flour two 20cm round cake tins. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk until smooth. Divide the batter between the prepared tins and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool.

2. Make the Milk Mixture: In a bowl, combine the condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk.

3. Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, carefully slice each one in half horizontally to create four layers. Place the first layer on a serving plate and soak it generously with the milk mixture. Spread a layer of whipped cream on top, then repeat with the next layers, soaking each with the milk mixture before adding whipped cream.

4. Final Touches: Once all layers are stacked, spread whipped cream over the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with fresh berries or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

5. Serve: Chill the cake for a few hours to allow the flavours to meld beautifully. Slice, serve, and enjoy the rich, creamy delight of this layered Tres Leches Cake!

This cake promises to be a showstopper at any gathering, marrying moist texture with a dreamy richness that’s hard to resist.