Ingredients
6 large eggs (room temperature)
1 Β½ cups granulated sugar
β cup whole milk (room temperature)
β cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled for 10 minutes)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 Β½ cups all-purpose flour (fluffed, spooned, and leveled)
1 ΒΌ teaspoons baking powder
ΒΌ teaspoon coarse Kosher salt
5 ounces evaporated milk
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
8 ounces light cream, heavy whipping cream, or half and half
1 Β½ cups cold heavy whipping cream
ΒΌ cup powdered sugar
Β½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and position a rack in the center. Lightly grease or spray a 9Γ13 inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
2-Using an electric mixer: whisk the eggs and sugar on low speed for 2 minutes, then switch to medium speed for 5-6 minutes until the mixture is pale, foamy, thickened, and increased in volume.
3-Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking gently by hand until smooth.
4-In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt, then fold into the wet ingredients just until combined.
5-Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the top springs back when lightly touched. Let the cake cool in the pan for 45 minutes on a wire rack.
6-While the cake cools, whisk evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and cream together to create the soak.
7-Using a skewer or chopstick, poke holes all over the cooled cake and gradually pour the milk mixture over it, letting it soak in completely.
8-Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to enhance the flavors.
9-To finish, whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft, fluffy peaks form, then spread over the chilled cake before slicing to serve.
Last Step:
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π° Avoid over-whipping eggs and sugar to prevent cake collapse, especially at high altitude.
π₯ Adjust sweetness of milk mixture by varying ratios or substituting unsweetened milk products.
π Ensure sponge cake structure to absorb moisture without losing shape.
π½οΈ Store leftovers covered in refrigerator for 3-5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Soaking time: 3 hours
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and soaking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
