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Pumpkin Tres Leches Cake

Cultural Context

Tres Leches Cake, a traditional Mexican dessert, is beloved for its rich, moist texture achieved by soaking the cake in three types of milk. The addition of pumpkin puree celebrates the fall harvest and adds a unique twist to this classic dish. This version has gained popularity in recent years, especially during autumn, as it combines the comforting flavors of pumpkin spice with the indulgent creaminess of tres leches.

MexicanMXdessert
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
pumpkin puree
all-purpose flour
sugar
baking powder
eggs
vanilla extract
milk
sweetened condensed milk
evaporated milk
cinnamon
nutmeg
heavy cream
powdered sugar
whipped cream
pumpkin spice

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

pumpkin puree

🥗Healthier: butternut squash puree

💰Cheaper: canned pumpkin

Canned pumpkin is often more affordable and readily available.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease and flour a baking dish.

3

Mix pumpkin puree, sugar, and eggs in a bowl until smooth.

4

Add flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg; mix until just combined.

5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.

6

Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

7

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

8

In a separate bowl, combine milk, sweetened condensed milk, and evaporated milk.

9

Poke holes all over the cooled cake with a fork.

10

Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.

11

Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours or overnight.

12

Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.

13

Spread whipped cream over the top of the cake before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pastel de Tres Leches de Calabaza
Local Name: Pastel de Tres Leches de Calabaza

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