THREE MILK CAKE

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With a large Hispanic population here, I have found the best recipes for Mexican food. This traditional Tres Leches Cake is a cross between cake and pudding. -Janice Moniverdi, Sugar Land, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

6 large eggs, separated
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon almond extract
TOPPING:
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup light corn syrup
7 tablespoons evaporated milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
ICING:
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar until stiff peaks form. Add yolks, one at a time, beating until combined. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to egg mixture alternately with water. Stir in extract. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Poke holes in cake with a fork. Chill overnight., In a large saucepan, combine the condensed milk, cream, corn syrup and evaporated milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Slowly pour over chilled cake, letting milk absorb into cake. Cover and refrigerate., In a small bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar until stiff peaks form. Stir in vanilla. In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, confectioners' sugar and extract. Fold in whipped cream. Spread frosting over sides and top of cake. Refrigerate until serving.

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