Go Back
–+ servings
Creamy Colombian Tres Leches Cake

Irresistibly Creamy Colombian Tres Leches Cake for Celebration

This Creamy Colombian Tres Leches Cake is a delightful twist on a classic dessert, featuring dulce de leche and fresh mango for a tropical flavor experience.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Colombian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 cup Sugar Sugar alternative can be used, but results may vary.
  • 5 large Eggs Do not substitute.
For the Soaking Mixture
  • 1 cup Milk Whole or evaporated; dairy-free options available.
  • 1 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk No substitutions recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Dulce de Leche Caramel sauce can be used in a pinch.
For the Whipped Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for dairy-free option.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
For Garnishing
  • 1 large Fresh Mango Canned can be used if well-drained.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a rectangular baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until pale and frothy, then fold into the dry ingredients.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
  5. Combine whole milk, evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and dulce de leche in a bowl.
  6. Once the cake is done, poke holes in it and pour the soaking mixture over.
  7. Allow cake to cool for about 30 minutes and then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  8. Whip the heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  9. Spread whipped cream over the chilled cake.
  10. Dice the fresh mango and scatter over the whipped topping.
  11. Slice and serve the cake chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Poke enough holes in the warm cake for the soaking mixture to absorb. Chill overnight for the best flavors. Fresh mango is preferred for taste and texture.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!