I baked this vegan tres leches cake for my friend’s birthday last month. The three milks made the layers creamy, and she said it was the best dessert she had ever served.
Melt-in-Your-Mouth Vegan Tres Leches Cake
This tres leches cake is made with a light and fluffy vegan sponge soaked in a blend of plant-based milk, creating the signature moist texture. The recipe can be prepared in about 1.5 hours and serves approximately 10 people.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk, full-fat
- 1 cup almond milk (for soaking)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed coconut milk
- 1/2 cup coconut whipped cream for topping
- Cinnamon for dusting (optional)
- Fresh fruit for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together almond milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar.
- Mix and Bake: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Soak: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan. In a mixing bowl, combine coconut milk, almond milk, and sweetened condensed coconut milk. Poke holes into the cooled cake using a fork and pour the milk mixture evenly over the cake. Let it soak in the fridge for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Serve: Before serving, top with coconut whipped cream and dust with cinnamon if desired. Garnish with fresh fruit for added flavor and presentation.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1.5 hours + 2 hours chilling
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 10 slices
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
I store the cake in the fridge for up to three days. The milks soak in over time, and I serve slices chilled.
