Cuatro Leches cake
Cuatro Leches cake, also known as Four Milks cake, is a delicious and indulgent dessert that originated in Latin America. It is a variation of the traditional tres leches cake, which is made with three types of milk (hence the name).
The Cuatro Leches cake takes it a step further by incorporating four types of milk: evaporated milk, condensed milk, whole milk, and heavy cream. This combination gives the cake its rich and moist texture, making it absolutely irresistible.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
For the four milk mixture:
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
- 1 can evaporated milk (12 oz)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
For the topping:
- 2 cups whipped cream
- Fresh berries or fruit (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy. This may take a few minutes.
- Slowly pour in the melted butter and vanilla extract while continuing to beat the mixture.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, alternating with the whole milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the four milk mixture. In a bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, heavy cream, and whole milk until well combined.
- Once the cake is out of the oven, pierce it all over with a fork or skewer. Carefully pour the four milk mixture evenly over the cake. Allow the cake to cool completely and absorb the milk mixture. This usually takes about 1-2 hours.
- Once the cake has cooled, spread the whipped cream over the top, creating a smooth and creamy layer.
- For an extra touch, garnish with fresh berries or fruit if desired.
- Refrigerate the Cuatro Leches cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together and the cake to become even more delicious.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 712kcal (36%)Carbohydrates: 80g (27%)Protein: 16g (32%)Fat: 38g (58%)Saturated Fat: 23g (144%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 194mg (65%)Sodium: 328mg (14%)Potassium: 520mg (15%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 62g (69%)Vitamin A: 1350IU (27%)Vitamin C: 2mg (2%)Calcium: 430mg (43%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
