Finish off a fiesta with a piece of this moist and refreshing cake from Anna Yeatts of Pinehurst, North Carolina. Though it's been lightened, the sweet flavors of this traditional Mexican dessert aren't lost, making it the perfect end to any meal.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Coat a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish with cooking spray and dust with flour; set aside., In a large bowl, beat egg yolks on high speed for 5 minutes or until thick and lemon-colored. Gradually beat in 3/4 cup sugar and butter. Stir in milk and vanilla. Sift flour and baking powder; gradually add to yolk mixture and mix well (batter will be thick). , With clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold into batter. , Spread evenly into prepared dish. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Place on a wire rack. , In a large saucepan, combine the condensed milk, evaporated milk and half-and-half. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Cool slightly., Cut cake into 15 pieces, leaving cake in the baking dish. Poke holes in cake with a skewer. Slowly pour a third of the milk syrup over cake, allowing syrup to absorb into the cake. Repeat twice. Let stand for 30 minutes. , Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving. Top each piece with whipped topping and a strawberry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
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Hoq Prantho
[email protected]This cake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was still very good.
md sohag islam
[email protected]The frosting on this cake was amazing! It was so light and fluffy, and it paired perfectly with the cake.
ahmer wasti
[email protected]I loved the texture of this cake. It was so moist and tender.
Alexis Gucci
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good.
Laura Moore
[email protected]This cake was delicious! I loved the combination of the moist cake and the creamy frosting.
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[email protected]I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for special occasions.
Manish Manisha
[email protected]This cake was a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was still good.
AZ LOVELY
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tres leches cake, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The cake was moist and the frosting was creamy.
Larry Neighbors
[email protected]This cake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was still very good.
Indrid ZERO
[email protected]The frosting on this cake was amazing! It was so light and fluffy, and it paired perfectly with the cake.
Danielle Morrow
[email protected]I loved the texture of this cake. It was so moist and tender.
Nergiz Beydullayeva
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good.
Emmanuel Aniso
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tres leches cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so light and fluffy, and the frosting was the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess.
stephanie grace
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh.
Jayedul Islam
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as moist as I would have liked. I think I might have overbaked it.
Koko Bagm
[email protected]This cake was delicious! I loved the combination of the moist cake and the creamy frosting.
Sefa Suriya
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for any occasion.
Marvin Ronnie
[email protected]This tres leches cake was a hit at my party! It was so moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect finishing touch.