Pastel Tres Leches Recipe

Indulge in the rich, creamy delight of authentic Mexican Pastel Tres Leches! This irresistible recipe features a moist sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk for a heavenly texture. Simple to make yet bursting with flavor, it's perfect for any occasion. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this classic dessert.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 460.9 kcal
Protein 32g
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Ingredients for Pastel Tres Leches

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How to Make Pastel Tres Leches

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the flour and baking powder, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
  6. While the cake is cooling, prepare the three milks mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream. Add the vanilla extract.
  7. Once the cake is completely cool, poke holes all over the top using a fork or skewer.
  8. Slowly pour the three milks mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak completely. You may need to use more or less depending on your cake.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cake to fully absorb the milk mixture.
  10. Before serving, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

172g

Fat

28g

Carbs

22g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pastel Tres Leches?

Pastel Tres Leches takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pastel Tres Leches?

Pastel Tres Leches has approximately 460.9 calories per serving, with about 32 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pastel Tres Leches?

The key ingredients for Pastel Tres Leches are Sugar, Flour, Baking Soda, Milk, Egg Whites, Egg Yolks. See the full list with measurements above.

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