Tres Leches Cake with Strawberries This super moist, almost pudding-like cake is eaten throughout Central and South America. Everyone has their own unique recipe, but it always starts with a simple sponge-style cake soaked with three milks (hence the name). Ideal for a party, as it needs to be made in advance. Substitute with peaches or nectarines when in season. Preparation Time: 20 minutesBaking Time: 40 minutesRefrigeration Time: 8 hours or overnightServes 12 to 18 2 cups (500 mL) all-purpose flour1 tbsp (15 mL) baking powder1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt6 Ontario Eggs, separated, at room temperature1-3/4 cups (425 mL) granulated sugar1-1/2 tsp (7 mL) vanilla1/2 cup (125 mL) Ontario Milk, 2% or homogenized1 cup (250 mL) 35% Ontario Whipping Cream1 can (354 mL) 2% evaporated milk1 can (300 mL) sweetened condensed milk Strawberries:4 cups (1 L) Ontario Strawberries1/4 cup (50 mL) granulated sugar2 tbsp (25 mL) fresh lemon juice Garnish: Lightly whipped 35% Ontario Whipping Cream Lightly butter and flour 9- x 13-inch (3 L) glass baking dish. In medium bowl, whisk flour with baking powder and salt. Set aside. In large bowl, using electric mixer, on high speed, beat egg whites until frothy. Gradually beat in sugar until stiff peaks form. Beat in vanilla. Beat in egg yolks, one at time, beating after each addition. Using rubber spatula, fold in half of the flour mixture. Gradually add milk, folding as you go. Fold in remaining flour mixture just until blended. Do not overmix. Scrape into prepared baking dish. Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in centre comes out clean. Set on wire rack; cool 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, whisk together whipping cream, evaporated milk and condensed milk. Using skewer, poke holes every 2-inches (5 cm) all over cooled cake making sure to poke right to the edges. Gradually drizzle half of the milk mixture over cake; once absorbed, drizzle remaining mixture over top. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight. Strawberries: About 30 minutes before serving, slice strawberries into quarters. In medium bowl, combine strawberries, sugar and lemon juice. Stir after 15 minutes. To serve, place cake on plate. Top with strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream. Nutritional Information:1 Serving (When recipe serves 18):PROTEIN: 7 gramsFAT: 9 gramsCARBOHYDRATE: 51 gramsCALORIES: 311FIBRE: 1 gramSODIUM: 190 mg – Printed with permission from Foodland Ontario
Tres Leches Cake with Strawberries
