Tres Leches Dessert Recipe

Name: Tres Leches Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 eggs; 1 cup (225 ml) sugar; 1 cup (225 ml) flour; 1/2 cup (125 ml) melted butter; --CREMA DE LECHES OR CREAM SAUCE--; 1 can condensed milk; 1 can evaporated milk; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) milk; 3 egg whites; 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk; 1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar; 1 tsp (5 ml) nutmeg

Servings: persons

6 eggs
1 cup (225 ml) sugar
1 cup (225 ml) flour
1/2 cup (125 ml) melted butter
--CREMA DE LECHES OR CREAM SAUCE--
1 can condensed milk
1 can evaporated milk
1-1/2 cups (350 ml) milk
3 egg whites
1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar
1 tsp (5 ml) nutmeg

1
Beat eggs and sugar by hand for one minute.
2
Place in a double boiler and heat until hot (do not boil).
3
Beat until double in size, approximately 10 minutes.
4
Slowly adding flour and melted butter.
5
Mix slowly.
6
Bake at 350 degrees (175 C.) F. for 20 minutes in a greased Pyrex dish.
7
Place 3 cups (700 ml) milk and sugar in a 2 quarts (1900 ml) pan and bring to a boil.
8
Beat well the egg whites and 1/2 cup (125 ml) milk.
9
Add to the hot mixture, bring to a boil again.
10
Remove from heat, add nutmeg and pour over cake; cool.
11
Frost with desired frosting (marshmallow, Cool Whip or real whipped cream).
12
Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
13
Refrigerate.
14
Do not freeze.

1071

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 eggs, 1 cup (225 ml) sugar, 1 cup (225 ml) flour, 1/2 cup (125 ml) melted butter, and more.

Yes, Tres Leches Dessert falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tres Leches Dessert

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