Description
A soft, airy sponge cake soaked in a rich blend of three milks and topped with a cloud of whipped cream, Turkish Tres Leches Cake (Trileçe) is a light yet indulgent dessert with a perfect balance of sweetness and texture.
Ingredients
- Eggs: 5 large, provide structure and lift to the sponge.
- Sugar: 3/4 cup, sweetens and stabilizes the batter.
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup, forms the soft, airy base.
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon, helps the cake rise perfectly.
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon, adds warm aroma and flavor.
- Whole milk: 1 cup, forms part of the soaking mixture.
- Evaporated milk: 1 can (12 oz), adds creaminess and depth.
- Sweetened condensed milk: 1 can (14 oz), gives rich sweetness.
- Heavy cream: 1 1/2 cups, for the whipped topping.
- Powdered sugar: 2 tablespoons, lightly sweetens the cream.
- Crushed pistachios or cinnamon: For garnish and aroma.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Combine Ingredients: Beat egg whites until fluffy, then gradually add sugar. Add yolks one at a time, then fold in flour, baking powder, and vanilla.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Pour batter into the dish and spread evenly.
- Assemble the Dish: Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cook to Perfection: Let rest for 5 minutes, then poke holes all over with a fork.
- Finishing Touches: Mix whole milk, evaporated milk, and condensed milk. Pour slowly over the warm cake.
- Serve and Enjoy: Chill for at least 4 hours, top with whipped cream and garnish with pistachios or cinnamon.
Notes
- Always soak the cake while warm for best absorption.
- Chill overnight for the richest flavor.
- For a lighter taste, reduce condensed milk slightly.
- Add a hint of orange zest or cardamom for aromatic depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Turkish Tres Leches Cake, Trilece, Turkish dessert, milk cake, creamy sponge cake, tres leches recipe