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Mango Tres Leches

Mango Tres Leches: Your New Favorite Refreshing Summer Dessert

Mango Tres Leches is a refreshing summer dessert that elevates the classic with fruity sweetness, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Soaking Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 5 large Eggs (room temperature)
  • 1.5 cups White Granulated Sugar Reduce slightly if your mangoes are sweet
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract for rich taste
  • 0.5 cups Whole Milk Substitute with non-dairy milk if desired
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Can swap for gluten-free flour mix
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Check it's fresh for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweet flavors
For the Soaking Mixture
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Do not substitute with unsweetened
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk You can use extra heavy cream instead
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Keep it cold for best whipping results
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 0.5 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 0.75 cups Mango Puree One large mango yields enough
  • 1 large Fresh Mango Use for garnishing

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat 5 egg yolks with 1 ½ cups of white granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until pale and fluffy.
  4. Gently mix in ½ cup of whole milk until fully combined.
  5. Carefully fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined.
  6. In a clean mixing bowl, beat 5 egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add ½ cup of sugar until stiff peaks are achieved.
  7. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter in three additions.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. After cooling for 15 minutes, poke holes all over the cake and pour the soaking mixture over it.
  10. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  11. Whip 1 cup of heavy cream, ½ cup of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in mango puree.
  12. Spread the mango-infused whipped cream over the soaked cake and garnish with fresh mango pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For the best texture, soak overnight in the refrigerator. Use fresh mango for garnish for vibrant flavor.

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