Easy Tres Leches Cake Recipe Your Slice of Heaven

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour the baking pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks with ½ cup of sugar until pale and thick. Gradually add milk and vanilla extract.
4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the egg yolk mixture, mixing until just combined. Don't overmix.
5. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining ½ cup of sugar and continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
6. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter in two additions, being careful not to deflate them.
7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
9. In a bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream.
10. Using a fork or toothpick, poke holes all over the cooled cake.
11. Slowly pour the Tres Leches mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
12. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
13. In a chilled bowl, beat cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
14. Spread whipped cream evenly over the soaked cake. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or fresh berries, if desired.
15. Cut into squares and serve chilled.