Creamy Milk Cake

Here’s a delicious recipe for Creamy Milk Cake — a soft, spongy cake soaked in a rich, creamy milk mixture. This is similar to a Tres Leches Cake, but with an extra luxurious creamy topping. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or anytime you want a moist, melt-in-your-mouth dessert.

🎂 Creamy Milk Cake (Inspired by Tres Leches)

📝 Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 5 large eggs, separated

• 1 cup granulated sugar (divided into 3/4 cup + 1/4 cup)

• 1/3 cup whole milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Milk Soak:

• 1 cup sweetened condensed milk

• 1 cup evaporated milk

• 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Creamy Topping:

• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream

• 3–4 tbsp powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

(Optional: a drizzle of condensed milk or milk powder for extra creamy effect)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Make the Cake:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. Separate the eggs. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until pale and thick. Mix in milk and vanilla.

4. Gently fold in the dry ingredients.

5. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites to soft peaks. Add remaining 1/4 cup sugar gradually and beat to stiff peaks.

6. Fold the egg whites into the batter carefully, preserving the airiness.

7. Pour into the pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

8. Let the cake cool completely.

2. Soak the Cake:

1. In a bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, heavy cream, and vanilla.

2. Once the cake is cool, poke holes all over it with a fork or skewer.

3. Slowly pour the milk mixture evenly over the cake. Let it absorb.

4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

3. Creamy Topping:

1. Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

2. Spread over the chilled, soaked cake.

🍰 To Serve:

• Optional garnish: dust with cinnamon, sprinkle with milk powder, or drizzle with extra condensed milk.

• Serve cold. Keeps well refrigerated for up to 4 days.