Easy Tres Leches Cake Recipe A Foolproof Family Favorite

Instructions:

1. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
3. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks with 1/2 cup (100g) of the granulated sugar until pale yellow and slightly thickened.
4. Stir in milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/2 cup (100g) of sugar and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
7. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter in two additions, being careful not to deflate the egg whites.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
10. In a large bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream.
11. Use a toothpick or skewer to poke holes all over the cake.
12. Slowly and evenly pour the tres leches mixture over the cake.
13. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cake to absorb the milk mixture.
14. In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
15. Spread the whipped cream over the cake and dust with ground cinnamon. Cut into squares and serve chilled.