Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of Butter Pecan Tres Leches Cake, a luxurious dessert that combines the richness of three milks with the nutty crunch of toasted pecans. This moist, creamy cake is perfect for any occasion—from festive gatherings to cozy weekends at home. With its unique flavor profile and beautiful presentation topped with whipped cream and extra pecans, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, it’s a must-try for anyone who loves decadent desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 5 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional toasted pecans for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until fluffy; stir in whole milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Fold in flour mixture.
- In another bowl, whip egg whites until stiff peaks form; gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold whipped egg whites into the batter along with the toasted pecans.
- Pour batter into prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and melted butter.
- Poke holes in the cooled cake and pour the milk mixture over it. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours; overnight is best.
- Whip heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form; spread whipped cream over the chilled cake and garnish with additional pecans before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg