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Tres Leches Cake with Dulce de Leche Swirl
90 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
12Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
450 kcalCalories
8 gProtein
55 gCarbs
20 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Tres Leches Cake with Dulce de Leche Swirl

80% authentic · Latin American

A creative twist on the classic Tres Leches, this version incorporates a rich swirl of dulce de leche into the milk soak, adding an extra layer of caramel-like sweetness and flavor.

Ingredients

Servings12
  • All-purpose flour1.5 cups
  • Granulated sugar1 cup
  • Baking powder1 teaspoon
  • Salt0.5 teaspoon
  • Large eggs4
  • Whole milk0.5 cup
  • Vanilla extract1 teaspoon
  • Evaporated milk1 can (12 oz)
  • Sweetened condensed milk1 can (14 oz)
  • Heavy cream1 cup
  • Dulce de leche0.5 cup
  • Toasted almondsfor garnish

Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the cake base as described in the Classic Tres Leches Cake recipe (Steps 1-5).

  2. 2

    While the cake bakes, prepare the milk mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream.

  3. 3

    Stir in the vanilla extract. Then, gently swirl in the dulce de leche until partially combined, creating ribbons of caramel.

  4. 4

    Once the cake is out of the oven, let it cool slightly for about 10 minutes. Poke holes all over the top of the cake.

  5. 5

    Slowly and evenly pour the dulce de leche infused milk mixture over the warm cake. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.

  6. 6

    Before serving, garnish with a drizzle of extra dulce de leche and toasted almonds.

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