Caribbean
Tres Leches Cake
“A moist sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk, topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.”
Medium3 hours
Where it comes from
Tres Leches Cake, though popular throughout Latin America, has been embraced in Cuban kitchens, particularly in Havana, where it often graces special occasions.
On the Palate
What goes into it
Proteins
Fruits
Herbs & Spices
Grains & Staples
Dairy & Fats
Sauces & Condiments
How it's made
- 1
Bake a light sponge cake and let it cool.
- 2
Mix whole milk, condensed milk, and evaporated milk.
- 3
Poke holes in the cake and pour the milk mixture over, allowing it to absorb.
- 4
Top with whipped cream.
- 5
Sprinkle with cinnamon before serving.
