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Ube Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Delightful Ube Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Enjoy a vivid and creamy Ube Tres Leches Cake Recipe that delights guests with its unique flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Soaking Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Ube Freshly grated or mashed, or substitute with purple sweet potato.
  • 1.5 cups Flour All-purpose flour or gluten-free blend.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 4 large Eggs Flaxseed meal can be used for a vegan option.
For the Three-Milk Mixture
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Consider using dairy-free alternatives like coconut milk.
  • 1 cup Condensed Milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can serve as a dairy-free substitute.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Coconut cream can be used for a vegan version.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • skewer or fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing it.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of flour and 1 tablespoon of baking powder, ensuring no lumps.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together 4 eggs until pale and thick, then gradually add 1 cup of sugar.
  4. Fold the flour mixture into the egg mixture, then gently mix in 1 cup of ube.
  5. Spread the batter evenly into the pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden.
  6. Allow the cake to cool for 15 minutes, then poke holes across the surface with a skewer.
  7. Mix 1 cup of evaporated milk, 1 cup of condensed milk, and 1 cup of heavy cream, and pour it over the cooled cake.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let it soak.
  9. Whip 1 cup of heavy cream until peaks form and spread or pipe over the soaked cake.
  10. Slice the cake into squares and serve chilled, optionally with edible flowers or fresh fruits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of ube extract. Keep the cake cold for best texture and enjoyment.

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