Description
A classic Latin dessert made gluten-free! This Gluten-Free Tres Leches Cake is fluffy, perfectly soaked in three milks, and topped with whipped cream and fresh strawberries. It’s a celebration treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose gluten-free flour (like Pillsbury)
1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum (omit if included in flour)
1 1/2 teaspoons gluten-free baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 large eggs, separated
1 cup sugar, divided
1/3 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 (12-oz) can evaporated milk
1 (14-oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup whole milk
Ground cinnamon, for topping
Fresh strawberries, for garnish (optional)
Whipped Cream Topping:
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Separate eggs into whites and yolks.
4. Beat 3/4 cup sugar and yolks on high speed until pale yellow.
5. Stir in 1/3 cup milk and vanilla.
6. Gently fold yolk mixture into the dry ingredients.
7. Beat egg whites, gradually adding remaining 1/4 cup sugar, until stiff peaks form.
8. Carefully fold beaten egg whites into the batter.
9. Pour batter into a greased 9×13 pan and smooth the top.
10. Bake 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11. Let the cake cool completely.
12. In a bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and 1/4 cup milk.
13. Poke holes all over the cooled cake with a fork.
14. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, making sure to saturate evenly.
15. Refrigerate at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
16. To make whipped cream: beat cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
17. Spread whipped cream over cake. Sprinkle with cinnamon and top with strawberries to serve.
Notes
Room-temperature eggs work best for the fluffiest texture.
Chill the cake overnight for maximum moisture and flavor.
Fresh fruit is optional but highly recommended!
New to gluten-free diets? Read the Mayo Clinic’s guide to gluten-free eating for safe ingredient choices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 282
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 111mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg