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Ube Tres Leches Cake

Moist Ube Tres Leches Cake: A Delightful Filipino Treat

Experience the moist and vibrant Ube Tres Leches Cake, a delightful Filipino treat that's sure to please at any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1.5 cups Ube Flour Substitute with all-purpose flour for a less ube-forward cake.
  • 4 large Eggs Can use aquafaba as a vegan alternative.
  • 1 cup Sugar Reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Provides moisture for the cake.
For the Milk Soak
  • 1 cup Condensed Milk No direct substitute recommended.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Can replace with coconut cream.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can use a dairy-free alternative.
For the Topping
  • 1.5 cups Heavy Cream Substitute with whipped coconut cream for dairy-free.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Sifter
  • Whisk
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans with butter and dust with flour.
  2. Sift together 1 ½ cups of ube flour, 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat 4 large eggs and 1 cup of sugar on high speed until thick and pale, about 5 minutes.
  4. Gradually add the dry ube flour mixture and mix on low speed until combined.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of whole milk into the batter until fully integrated.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  8. Let the layers cool completely for about an hour.
  9. Whisk together 1 cup of condensed milk, 1 cup of evaporated milk, and 1 cup of whole milk.
  10. Poke holes in the surface of each cake layer and pour the milk soak generously over each layer.
  11. Whip 1 ½ cups of heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then spread over the top and sides of the cake.
  12. Decorate with extra ube or your favorite toppings, chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better emulsification and a fluffier cake. Allow enough time for the cake layers to absorb the milk soak completely.

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