Tres Leches Cake from Cafe Central El Paso

Experience the irresistible charm of the Tres Leches Cake from Café Central in El Paso, a luscious dessert that epitomizes indulgence. This classic Latin American treat combines a light and airy sponge cake with a luxurious three-milk soak made from sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream. Each bite melts in your mouth, delivering a perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess. Topped with homemade whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a hint of warmth, this dessert is perfect for any celebration or special occasion. With just 20 minutes of prep time and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe brings the authentic flavors of Café Central straight to your kitchen. Enjoy a slice of this crowd-pleasing, chilled delicacy that’s as stunning as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 5 Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 14 ounces Sweetened condensed milk
• 12 ounces Evaporated milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then use a skewer or fork to poke holes all over the surface of the cake.

Step 8

In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and 1/4 cup of heavy cream to create the milk soak.

Step 9

Slowly pour the milk soak evenly over the cake, allowing it to absorb fully. Let the cake rest for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator or overnight for best results.

Step 10

To make the whipped cream topping, whip the remaining heavy cream with the powdered sugar in a large bowl until soft peaks form.

Step 11

Spread the whipped cream evenly over the soaked cake. Optionally, sprinkle ground cinnamon on top for an extra layer of flavor.

Step 12

Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy this indulgent, melt-in-your-mouth Tres Leches Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1819.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4676.1

Total Fat 193.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 1457.2mg	0%
Sodium 2729.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 625.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 476.2g
Protein 110.1g	0%

Vitamin D 557.6IU	0%
Calcium 2454.1mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 3349.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.2%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 53.4%