Description
Indulge in a fusion of comfort and sophistication with this Pumpkin Spice Tres Leches Cake. It combines the velvety, milk-soaked richness of a traditional Latin American dessert with the warming, earthy flavors of autumn pumpkin and aromatic spices. This cake features a moist pumpkin-infused sponge saturated with a signature trio of milks, resulting in a decadent, pudding-like texture. It is a show-stopping, stress-free centerpiece that benefits from overnight refrigeration, making it the perfect make-ahead treat for your next seasonal gathering.
Ingredients
1 cup pumpkin puree
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
4 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole milk
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon for topping
1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, pumpkin spice, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and brown sugar until smooth, then stir in the pumpkin puree and vegetable oil.
Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
While the cake cools, whisk together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk in a bowl.
Poke holes all over the cooled cake using a fork.
Slowly pour the milk mixture over the entire cake, ensuring it reaches the edges.
Let the cake soak in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Before serving, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Spread the whipped cream over the cake and garnish with a dusting of cinnamon and fresh orange zest.
Notes
For the best flavor and texture, allow the cake to soak in the refrigerator overnight. The orange zest adds a bright, refreshing contrast to the warm spices. This recipe is completely alcohol-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg