The Mexican Recipe for Pastel de Tres Leches

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 5 eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup white sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Grease and flour one 9×13 inch baking pan.
3. Sift flour and baking powder together and set aside.
4. Cream butter and 1 cup sugar together until fluffy. Add eggs and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and beat well.
5. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture 2 tablespoons at a time, mixing until well blended. Pour batter into prepared pan.
6. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Pierce cake several times with a fork.
7. Combine the whole milk, condensed milk, and evaporated milk together. Pour over the top of the cooled cake.
8. Whip whipping cream, the remaining 1 cup of sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla together until thick. Spread over the top of cake. Be sure and keep cake refrigerated, enjoy!

Verdict:

Pastel de Tres Leches is a delicious Mexican cake that is soaked in three types of milk and topped off with whipped cream. The cake is incredibly moist and rich, making it a decadent dessert that is perfect for special occasions. The combination of the three milks, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk, gives the cake a unique texture and taste that is sure to impress your guests.

Serving Suggestions:

For an authentic Mexican experience, serve the pastel de tres leches with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon on top. The cake is best served cold, so be sure to keep it in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve. This cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion that calls for a delicious and impressive dessert. Enjoy!