torta de tres leches
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When we lived in the Dominican Republic we became very fond of this cake. Other countries have their own versions, but we found the extra-moist Dominican style is the best. This is perfect for birthdays or holidays. Frosting can be tinted if desired.
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yield
14 -20
prep time
35 Min
cook time
40 Min
method
Bake
Ingredients For torta de tres leches
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8eggs, separted
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2 cwhite granulated sugar
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2 cwhite flour
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1 tspsalt
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2 tspbaking powder
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1 cbutter, melted
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1/2 cevaporated milk
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1 tspvanilla
How To Make torta de tres leches
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1Preheat oven to 350. Grease and flour 10x14 baking dish.
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2Beat egg whites until stiff.
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3Gradually add sugar, beating well.
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4In separate small bowl, beat yolks until light and pale. Fold into whites.
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5In another small bowl mix flour, salt and baking powder together and then fold into egg mixture gently.
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6Finally, mix 1/2 cup evap. milk, butter and vanilla and fold into batter. Pour into prepared dish and bake 30 minutes. Cool.
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7Prick with thick fork (meat fork) or similar instrument every inch at least.
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8Milk topping: mix together 2 cans sweetened condensed milk, 1 can evaporated milk (plus remaining can from cake), 2-3 cups heavy cream. Pour over the cooled cake. Chill for several hours or overnight until most of liquid is absorbed.
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9Frost with Uncooked Boiled Icing: 1 1/2 cup sugar 1 tsp cream of tartar 2 egg whites 1/2 cup boiling water pinch salt 2 tsp vanilla Beat together until thick and fluffy. Frost top of cake. Store cake in the refrigerator.
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