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MANGO TRES LECHES

MANGO TRES LECHES

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 squares
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Latin American Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Mango Tres Leches is a soft sponge cake soaked in a rich mango infused three milk mixture, topped with fluffy whipped cream and fresh mango cubes. It is creamy, tropical, and perfectly chilled for a refreshing yet indulgent dessert.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 5 large eggs, separated
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream, divided
  • 2 large ripe mangoes, pureed
  • 1 ripe mango, diced for topping


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks with 1/2 cup of the sugar until pale and fluffy. Stir in whole milk and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 1/2 cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold egg whites into the yolk mixture, then carefully fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cake to cool completely.
  8. In a large bowl, whisk together mango puree, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and 1/2 cup heavy cream.
  9. Using a fork, poke holes evenly across the cooled cake. Slowly pour the mango milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to absorb.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  11. Whip remaining 1/2 cup heavy cream until soft peaks form and spread evenly over the chilled cake.
  12. Top with diced mango before serving.

Notes

  • Allow the cake to cool fully before adding the milk mixture to ensure proper absorption.
  • Chill for at least 4 hours for best texture and flavor.
  • Use ripe mangoes for natural sweetness and vibrant color.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 34g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg