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Leche Cake

Cultural Context

Leche Cake, or Pastel de Leche, hails from Mexico and is a beloved dessert often enjoyed at celebrations and family gatherings. This cake is known for its moist texture, achieved by soaking it in a mixture of milks, which reflects the country's rich dairy traditions. Today, variations of this cake can be found across Latin America and beyond, each with unique twists and flavors, making it a versatile treat loved by many.

MexicanMXdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
4 huevos
250 g de azúcar
350 g de harina
1 sobre de levadura química
Sal
70 g de mantequilla
240 ml de leche
1 sobre de azúcar vainillado
Azúcar glass

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: regular milk + sugar

Coconut cream offers a dairy-free option with similar sweetness.

evaporated milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories and is suitable for lactose intolerance.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor while being dairy-free.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with less sugar.

1

Preheat the oven to 180°C.

2

In a bowl, mix the eggs and sugar until well combined.

3

Add the melted butter and warm milk to the mixture, stirring well.

4

In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.

5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until smooth.

6

Pour the batter into a greased 32x20 cm baking pan.

7

Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

8

Let it cool and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbakingwhipping

Equipment Needed

baking pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluteneggs

Also Known As

Pastel de LecheMilk Cake
Local Name: pastel de leche

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