Description
Caramel Three-Milk Cake is a luscious twist on the classic Latin American Tres Leches. This moist sponge cake is soaked in a rich blend of three milks—sweetened condensed, evaporated, and cream—then topped with a decadent caramel sauce and whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 5 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the milk soak:
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- For the caramel topping:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- For garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until pale and thick. Stir in milk and vanilla.
- Gently fold in the flour mixture until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat egg whites to soft peaks. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat to stiff peaks.
- Fold egg whites into the batter in batches, being careful not to deflate.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and cream. Poke holes in cooled cake and slowly pour milk mixture over top. Chill for 1–2 hours to soak.
- For caramel: heat sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Without stirring, cook until deep amber color forms.
- Carefully add cream and butter, whisking constantly (mixture will bubble). Let cool slightly before pouring over soaked cake.
- Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with sea salt if desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Let the cake soak for several hours or overnight for best flavor and texture.
- Use a homemade or store-bought caramel sauce if short on time.
- Great for special occasions and make-ahead desserts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: tres leches cake, caramel milk cake, Latin dessert, soaked cake, three milk cake