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Torta Imposible

Cultural Context

Torta Imposible, or Impossible Cake, is a beloved Mexican dessert that combines a rich chocolate cake with a creamy tres leches base. Originating in Mexico, this dessert is often served at celebrations and family gatherings, symbolizing indulgence and joy. Its unique texture and flavor profile have made it a popular treat beyond Mexico, inspiring variations worldwide.

MexicanMXdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
300 milliliters milk
3/4 cup sugar
vanilla extract
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
200 milliliters milk
vanilla extract to taste
100 milliliters oil
2 eggs

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk + sugar

Coconut cream reduces calories while adding a rich flavor.

evaporated milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk provides a dairy-free option.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

chocolate syrup

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate sauce

💰Cheaper: chocolate sauce mix

Dark chocolate sauce is richer in flavor.

1

To make the caramel, combine 1/2 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons water in a microwave-safe container.

2

Microwave for 2 minutes, then check; if the sugar is still white, microwave for another 2 minutes until it turns caramel.

3

Let the caramel cool while preparing the flan mixture.

4

In a bowl, mix 300 milliliters of milk, 3/4 cup sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 eggs using a whisk until combined.

5

Pour the flan mixture over the cooled caramel in the container and set aside.

6

For the cake batter, in a bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup sugar, 200 milliliters milk, vanilla extract to taste, 100 milliliters oil, and 2 eggs.

7

Mix the ingredients until well combined, adding the flour gradually to avoid a mess.

8

Pour the cake batter over the flan mixture in the container.

9

Microwave the cake for 6 minutes, then let it rest for 2 minutes with the microwave off.

10

Cook for an additional 4 minutes, then let it rest for 2 minutes again.

11

Cook for another 3 minutes, and finally for 1 more minute.

12

Check if the cake is done by inserting a knife; it should come out clean.

13

Let the cake cool completely, then refrigerate for about 4 hours before unmolding.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Impossible CakeTorta de Tres Leches
Local Name: Torta Imposible

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