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Nicaraguan Tres Leches

Cultural Context

Tres Leches cake has its roots in Latin America, particularly popular in Nicaragua, where it is enjoyed at celebrations and gatherings. The name translates to 'three milks', referring to the combination of evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and regular milk used to soak the cake. This dessert embodies the spirit of sharing and hospitality, often served at birthdays and holidays. Today, variations can be found across the globe, with each region adding its own twist to the classic recipe.

NicaraguanNIdessert
60 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1/4 stick of butter
1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 whole egg
pinch of salt
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup milk
3 to 4 teaspoons condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
heavy whipping cream
sugar
strawberries

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Coconut milk adds richness while reducing sugar.

whipping cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: heavy cream

Coconut cream is dairy-free and lower in calories.

cake flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: margarine

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Margarine is lower in saturated fat.

1

Wrap the frying pan with 1/4 stick of butter.

2

In a bowl, mix together 1/2 cup flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and a pinch of salt.

3

Add 1 whole egg to the mixture and stir until completely mixed.

4

Place the mixture on the stove over low heat for 10 minutes.

5

Remove the pancake from the pan after 10 minutes.

6

Prepare the milk bath by combining 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, 1/4 cup milk, and 3 to 4 teaspoons of condensed milk, then add 1 teaspoon vanilla and stir vigorously.

7

Pour the milk bath over the pancake.

8

Blend heavy whipping cream and sugar to create a topping for the cake.

9

Cut up strawberries and place them on top of the cake.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluteneggs

Also Known As

Tres Leches CakePastel de Tres Leches

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