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Mini Tres Leches Cakes

Heavenly Mini Tres Leches Cakes for Sweet Personal Indulgence

These Mini Tres Leches Cakes are a delightful twist on the traditional dessert, perfect for personal indulgence and quick preparation.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can be swapped with gluten-free blend
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar alternative sweeteners can be used
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder use fresh for proper rising
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt do not omit for best flavor
  • 3 large eggs use flax eggs for vegan option
For the Milk Soak
  • 1 cup whole milk can use coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup evaporated milk can substitute with oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk use a vegan substitute if necessary
For the Topping
  • 1 cup heavy cream coconut cream is a great dairy-free choice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure extract for better flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • whisk
  • Hand Mixer
  • Ramekins or Dessert Cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, ¾ cup of sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. In another bowl, whisk 3 large eggs until pale and frothy, about 3 minutes. Gently mix the egg mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  3. While the cake cools, whisk together 1 cup of whole milk, 1 cup of evaporated milk, and 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk in a bowl until smooth. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Once the cake is completely cool, cut individual rounds and place them in ramekins. Pour the milk mixture over each round, allowing it to soak in fully for 15 minutes.
  5. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with a splash of vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, around 3-5 minutes.
  6. Spoon a generous dollop of whipped cream over each mini cake. Optionally, garnish with cinnamon or fresh fruit before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the cake cool completely before soaking to avoid a soggy texture. Adjust the sweetness by trying different sweeteners for the cake or milk soaks.

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