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A close-up of a slice of Mexican Tres Leches Cake with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.

Classic Mexican Tres Leches Cake

Indulge in a slice of this classic Mexican Tres Leches Cake - light, fluffy, and full of flavor!
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 22 hrs 10 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 12

Equipment

  • 2 9-inch round cake pans, electric mixer, large bowl, whisk, rubber spatula, cake stand or plate

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 0.5 cup evaporated milk
  • null Whipped cream and ground cinnamon for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  • Add the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  • Stir in the milk until the batter is smooth.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then carefully remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and 1/4 cup of the remaining milk.
  • Pour the milk mixture over the cooled cakes, making sure to evenly distribute it.
  • Refrigerate the cakes overnight.
  • Just before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with ground cinnamon.