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Trilece Recipe

Trilece, also known as Tres Leches Cake, is a lusciously moist and sweet dessert originating from Latin America. It's famous for its unique texture, achieved by soaking a light sponge cake in a mixture of three kinds of milk: condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream. This cake is a delightful treat for any occasion, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 5 large eggs separated
  • 1 cup sugar divided
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can 12 oz evaporated milk
  • 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • For the Topping:
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tablespoons sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and set aside.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients:
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Beat Egg Whites:
  • In a large bowl, beat the egg whites on high speed until soft peaks form.
  • Gradually add 1/4 cup of sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  • Beat Egg Yolks and Sugar:
  • In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks with 3/4 cup of sugar until the yolks are pale yellow.
  • Add 1/3 cup milk and vanilla extract, and beat to combine.
  • Combine Mixtures:
  • Gently fold the egg yolk mixture into the egg whites.
  • Then, gradually fold in the dry ingredients, being careful not to deflate the egg whites.
  • Bake the Cake:
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Bake the Cake:
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Prepare Milk Mixture:
  • While the cake is baking, whisk together the evaporated milk, condensed milk, and 1/4 cup heavy cream in a bowl.
  • Soak the Cake:
  • Once the cake is done and cooled slightly, pierce it all over with a fork.
  • Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, making sure to cover the whole surface.
  • Refrigerate:
  • Let the cake absorb the milk mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Whipped Cream Topping:
  • Whip 1 cup of heavy whipping cream with 3 tablespoons of sugar until it forms stiff peaks.
  • Spread this over the chilled cake.Serving and Storage:
  • Serve the cake chilled.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 5 days.