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Mango Tres Leches

Indulgent Mango Tres Leches: A Tropical Dream Dessert

Mango Tres Leches is a tropical twist on a classic dessert, combining rich milks and fresh mango for an indulgent treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Soaking Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Easy Desserts
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 6 large Eggs separated and at room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar or coconut sugar for a caramel twist
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract preferably pure
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or almond/coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder check for freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt kosher recommended
For the Soaking Liquid
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk or non-dairy versions
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk or plant-based substitute
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream use cold for volume
For the Whipped Topping
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar adjust for sweetness
  • 1 cup Mango Puree fresh preferred, thawed frozen works too
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup Fresh Mango Chunks select ripe for best flavor

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • measuring cup

Method
 

Making the Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Whisk together all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl; set aside.
  3. Beat egg yolks, ¾ cup sugar, and vanilla extract until thick and pale; stir in whole milk.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg yolk mixture until just combined.
  5. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add the remaining ¼ cup sugar until stiff peaks form.
  6. Carefully fold the beaten egg whites into the batter.
  7. Pour batter into the baking dish and bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow cake to cool completely before soaking.
Preparing the Soaking Liquid
  1. Whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream in a measuring cup.
  2. Poke holes in the cooled cake and pour the soaking liquid over it evenly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Making the Topping
  1. Beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  2. Gently fold in the mango puree.
  3. Spread the mango whipped cream over the soaked cake and garnish with fresh mango chunks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are fresh for best results. Chill the whipped cream for optimal texture.

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