Milk Cake Recipe (Tres Leches)

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Milk Cake, a Latin American treasure also known as Tres Leches Cake, offers an unforgettable experience with its incredibly creamy and decadent texture. This indulgent treat, born in the heart of Central America, has won over dessert lovers around the world. Every luscious bite is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can create pure delight.

About Our Recipe

Our easy Milk Cake recipe captures the essence of this beloved dessert while honouring the rich heritage of Latin American cuisine. With Nestlé MILKMAID as the key ingredient, it adds irresistible creaminess and sweetness, taking the cake to a whole new level of deliciousness.

What truly sets our Milk Cake apart is its perfect balance. The sponge cake base gets a luxurious soak in a three-milk mixture - evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream - making it irresistibly moist and tender. Each bite is a melt-in-your-mouth dream.

Creating this delightful dessert is a joyful experience, with readily available ingredients and simple steps. From mixing the batter to soaking the cake and finally adorning it with whipped cream or fresh fruit, each step is a labour of love leading to a masterpiece perfect for any occasion.

Experience the creamy goodness of Milk Cake and savour the delightful symphony of flavours that make it a true culinary gem. With our easy Milk Cake recipe, you can bring the warmth and joy of Latin American tradition to your table, one heavenly slice at a time.

Try more delicious cake recipes like Black Forest Cake, and Chocolate Cake - each one is truly worth a taste!

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Ingredients

For Sponge

1Nestlé MILKMAID Mini

3 tbspNestlé a+ Nourish Dahi

1/2 cupNestlé a+ Toned Milk

1/4 cupOil

1/2 tspVanilla Flavour

1 cupFlour

1 tbspCornflour

1/2 tspBaking Powder

1/2 tspBaking soda

taste accordingSalt

For Tres Leches mixture

1Nestlé MILKMAID Mini

1 cupNestlé a+ Nourish Milk

3 tbspFresh Cream

1/2 tspVanilla Flavour

For Frosting

3 tbspNestlé MILKMAID

1 cupNestlé a+ Nourish Dahi

1/4 tspVanilla Essence

How to make Milk Cake

For Sponge

Step 1: In a bowl, take Nestlé MILKMAID, curd, oil, and vanilla essence. Using a whisker, whisk till uniform consistency.
Step 2: Sieve flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt directly into a bowl of wet ingredients.
Step 3: Mix dry and wet ingredients. Slowly add milk bit by bit to get a pouring consistency.
Step 4: Preheat the oven to 180°C and line an 8x8-inch square tin with parchment paper/butter paper or grease the tin evenly with butter.
Step 5: Pour the prepared batter into the tin and tap it on the counter to set it. Bake for 20 min or until the cake passes the toothpick test.
Step 6: Remove it from the oven and let it rest in the tin for 10 minutes. Then de-mould the cake on a plate/tray. Let it cool for another 5 minutes. Then, slowly remove the butter paper (if used) and keep it aside.

For Tres Leches Mixture

Step 1: To make evaporated milk, pour 1 cup of milk into a heavy-based saucepan. Keep stirring until it comes to a boil. Allow the milk to simmer on a low flame, stirring continuously to avoid any burning. Once the milk has reduced to half, then stop simmering. The evaporated milk is ready.
Step 2: In a bowl, take prepared evaporated milk, Nestlé MILKMAID, and cream. Add vanilla essence and whisk it.
Step 3: Using a fork or toothpick, prick the cake. Pour the prepared Tres Leches mixture over the cake. Now keep it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

For Frosting

Step 1: Pour dahi into a muslin cloth and hang for an hour to get the hung curd.
Step 2: Whip the hung curd with Nestlé MILKMAID and vanilla essence. Take the cake out of the refrigerator and spread the frosting evenly on the cake.
Step 3: Our Milk Cake is ready. Garnish with any seasonal fruit on top. Refrigerate and serve chilled.

Tips to Make Milk Cake (Tres Leches cake)

While simmering the milk, stir it regularly to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
When adding sweeteners, do so gradually and taste as you go.
Grease the baking pan with oil before pouring the thickened milk mixture into it. This prevents sticking and makes it easier to remove the Milk Cake once it's cooled. You can also use butter or ghee instead of oil in the Milk Cake recipe.
Top your Milk Cake with whipped cream, fresh fruit like berries or mango, or a little sprinkle of cinnamon to add flavour and make it look nice.
Once the Milk Cake is cooked and removed from the pan, let it cool completely at room temperature. This allows it to set and firm up before slicing.

FAQs on Milk Cake (Tres Leches cake)

1. Can Milk Cake be made ahead of time with the above recipe?

Yes, with our easy Milk Cake recipe, the dessert can be made in advance. It keeps well in the refrigerator for several days, allowing you to prepare it ahead of time for special occasions or gatherings.

2. What is the average preparation time for making Tres Leches Milk Cake?

The time required to make the dessert can vary depending on the Milk Cake recipe and the heat level used for simmering the milk. With Nestlé MILKMAID and our Tres Leches Cake recipe, it takes just 30 minutes of preparation time and 20 minutes of baking time.

3. How do I know when the milk has thickened enough?

The milk should be reduced to about half its original volume and have a thick, creamy consistency. You can check by stirring and observing its consistency. It's essential to be patient and allow the milk to reduce slowly over low to medium heat to achieve the desired consistency and enjoy a delicious homemade Milk Cake.

4. Why is my Milk Cake soggy?

There are usually two main reasons for a soggy Milk Cake:

The cake is too warm: A hot cake soaks up the milk mixture too fast, making it mushy. Allow the Tres Leches Milk Cake to cool completely before adding the milk.
Soaked for too long: The cake needs to soak in the milk, but soaking it for too long can make it soggy. Follow our Milk Cake recipe’s timing for soaking and refrigerate it for a few hours to help it set properly.

5. How should I store Milk Cake?

Milk Cake should be stored in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap to maintain freshness. It can stay at room temperature for a day or two, but refrigeration is recommended for a longer shelf life.

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