INSTRUCTIONS:
- 1st Step – To begin, set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside. Meanwhile In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- 2nd Step – In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks with 3/4 cup of granulated sugar until pale and fluffy. Stir in the whole milk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 3rd Step – Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the egg yolk mixture, stirring until smooth and evenly incorporated.
- 4th Step – In a separate clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- 5th Step – Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter until just combined, taking care not to deflate the mixture.
- 6th Step – Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. And bake the cake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7th Step – While the cake is baking, prepare the Tres Leches mixture by combining the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream in a mixing bowl. Stir until well blended. Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly in the baking dish.
- 8th Step – While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over the surface of the cake using a fork or skewer. Slowly pour the Tres Leches mixture over the warm cake, allowing it to absorb the liquid gradually.
- 9th Step – Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to become fully soaked.
- 10th Step – Before serving, garnish the Tres Leches Cake with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
Grandma's Tres Leches Cake is more than just a dessert—it's a symbol of love, tradition, and togetherness. With its soft and creamy texture, this decadent treat has the power to bring smiles to the faces of all who enjoy it, uniting family members in shared moments of joy and satisfaction. Whether served on special occasions or as a weekly indulgence, Grandma's Tres Leches Cake is a timeless classic that embodies the warmth and sweetness of home
