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Trilece

Cultural Context

Trilece, or Tres Leches Cake, is a beloved dessert in Macedonia and across Latin America, celebrated for its moist texture and rich flavor. Traditionally made with three types of milk, it symbolizes hospitality and is often served during special occasions. The cake has gained popularity worldwide, inspiring variations that incorporate local flavors and ingredients, making it a versatile treat enjoyed by many.

MacedonianMKdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
6 eggs
180g sugar (~3/4 cup + 1 tbsp)
170g flour (~1 1/3 cups)
0.5 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
30ml vegetable oil (~2 tbsp)
500g milk (~2 cups)
350g condensed milk (~1 cup)
250g sugar (~1 1/4 cups)
240g whipping cream (~1 cup)
2 tbsp butter
250g whipping cream (~1 cup)
80g powdered sugar (~2/3 cup)

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Coconut cream adds richness while reducing dairy content.

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Honey offers a natural sweetness with fewer processed ingredients.

whole milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: 2% milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats and a unique flavor.

1

Preheat the oven and prepare a baking dish.

2

In a bowl, combine eggs and sugar, and whisk until well mixed.

3

Sift together flour, salt, and baking powder, then add to the egg mixture.

4

Add vegetable oil and mix until combined.

5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake until golden.

6

Prepare the syrup by mixing milk and condensed milk in a bowl.

7

Once the cake is baked, let it cool and then soak it with the milk syrup.

8

For the caramel, melt sugar in a saucepan until golden, then add whipping cream and butter to create a sauce.

9

Pour the caramel over the soaked cake.

10

For the cream topping, whip the whipping cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form, then spread over the cake.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Tres Leches CakeTrilece Cake

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