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Indulge in This Irresistible Ube Tres Leches Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the captivating flavors of Ube Tres Leches Cake, a delightful fusion of Filipino and Latin American influences.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 5 large eggs, separated
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for yolks)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for egg whites)
  • 1 tablespoon ube extract
  • 1/4 cup ube halaya
  • 1 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup condensed milk
  • 1/3 cup coconut milk
  • 1 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ube extract

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. 2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks with 3/4 cup of sugar until pale and thick. Mix in the milk, ube extract, and ube halaya.

4. 4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the yolk mixture until just combined.

5. 5. In another bowl, beat the egg whites with 1/4 cup of sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter.

6. 6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely.

7. 7. Whisk together the evaporated milk, condensed milk, and coconut milk for the milk soak.

8. 8. Poke holes all over the cooled cake and slowly pour the milk soak evenly over the top. Chill for at least 2 hours.

9. 9. Beat the heavy cream, sugar, and ube extract until soft peaks form, then spread over the chilled cake.

Notes

Serve chilled with fresh fruit garnish like sliced mango or pineapple. Pairs well with coffee or iced tea.

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Keywords: Ube Tres Leches Cake, dessert, Filipino dessert

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