Tres Leches, a delicacy of Latin American cuisine. A spongy and moist cake, soaked in a blend of three types of milk. Its simplicity in preparation and exquisite taste make it an irresistible dessert for any occasion.
Traditional Tres Leches is a fluffy and delicious dessert known for its moisture and irresistible sweet flavor.
After baking it to perfection, it is carefully pierced to allow the milks to penetrate every corner, providing a unique texture.
Once soaked, it is decorated with meringue and fruits, achieving a fresh and exquisite result that will delight everyone at the table.
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Traditional Tres Leches
Ingredients
1 cup of Soft flour
1 cup of Sugar
8 Eggs
7 tablespoons of Vanilla
315 grams of Evaporated milk
375 grams of Condensed milk
2 liters of Whipping cream
Strawberries
Meringue
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this delicious cake, start by sifting the flour.
Step 2 : Next, beat the eggs with the sugar for 20 minutes.
Step 3 : Add the eggs one by one along with the vanilla essence.
Step 4 : Incorporate the flour gently.
Step 5 : Then, grease the pan well and pour the batter into it.
Step 6 : Bake at 280°C for 20 minutes.
Step 7 : To check if it's done, you can insert a toothpick into the cake.
Step 8 : Once baked, pierce the cake with a fork or toothpick all over the surface.
Step 9 : This will help the three milk mixture to penetrate better.
Step 10 : Pour the milks evenly over the cake to soak completely.
Step 11 : Decorate the cake with meringue and strawberries, then refrigerate for an hour to achieve the desired texture.
Step 12 : To prepare the three milks, blend the three milks in a blender and add 6 tablespoons of vanilla.
Step 13 : Blend the mixture for 2 minutes and then let it chill before using it on the cake.
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