Torta Tres Leches Con Toque Costarricense (tres Leches Cake With Costa Rican Twist)

Torta Tres Leches con Toque Costarricense, or Tres Leches Cake with Costa Rican Twist, is a popular dessert in Costa Rica. This version of the classic cake is infused with the flavors of Costa Rican cuisine, making it a delightful and unique treat.

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Torta Tres Leches Con Toque Costarricense (tres Leches Cake With Costa Rican Twist)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 5 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup rum (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. Sift flour and baking powder together and set aside.
  3. Cream butter and 1 cup of the sugar together until fluffy. Add eggs and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; beat well.
  4. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture; mix until well blended. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  5. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Pierce cake several times with a fork.
  6. Combine the whole milk, condensed milk, and evaporated milk together. Pour over the top of the cooled cake.
  7. Whip whipping cream, 1/4 cup of the sugar, and rum together until thick. Spread over the top of cake. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and nutmeg, and top with shredded coconut.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
5g
Fat
18g

Supplies

9x13 inch baking pan Mixing bowls Whisk Electric mixer

Tools

Oven Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the Torta Tres Leches con Toque Costarricense chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.

Tips & tricks

For an extra Costa Rican twist, consider adding a splash of coffee or coffee liqueur to the milk mixture for a unique flavor.

Cost

$15