3 Milk Cake or Tres Leches

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 can (12 fl oz) evaporated milk
• 1 can (12 fl oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup fresh whole milk
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Butter, for greasing the baking dish

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 40-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter.
3. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and sugar. Make a well in the center.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the eggs, vanilla extract, and whole milk. Pour into the well in the flour mixture.
5. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
7. In a small bowl, mix the evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk together. Carefully pour this mixture over the cake batter.
8. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving)

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 70g
• Protein: 9g

Dish Characteristics:

• A classic American dessert, rich and creamy with a sweet taste.
• The combination of three different types of milk gives this cake its unique flavor and texture.
• Perfect for any special occasion or celebration.

User Comments:

1. "This was an excellent recipe! The cake was so moist and full of flavor."
2. "I've never tried making Tres Leches before, but this recipe made it easy and the outcome was delicious."
3. "This dessert is a family favorite. The combination of milks gives it a rich and creamy texture that everyone loves."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure not to overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake.
• Use fresh ingredients for best results.
• This cake is very rich, so consider serving it as a special dessert rather than a daily treat.