Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Granulated sugar: 1 1/2 cups
- Eggs: 4 large
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Milk: 1/2 cup
- Sweetened condensed milk: 1 can (14 ounces)
- Evaporated milk: 1 can (12 ounces)
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Ripe bananas: 3 medium
- Instant vanilla pudding mix: 1 package (3.4 ounces)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder. In a separate bowl, beat eggs until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and milk to the eggs. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Step 2: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream. Gently poke holes all over the cooled cake with a fork. Gradually pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
- Step 4: Prepare the instant vanilla pudding according to package directions. Slice two bananas.
- Step 5: Spread the prepared pudding over the soaked cake. Arrange the sliced bananas over the pudding layer. Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Slice the last banana right before serving and arrange them for decoration.
Notes
- To prevent the cake from becoming soggy, store any leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This cake is best served cold, so there's no need to reheat it – just grab a slice straight from the fridge!
- For an extra touch of elegance, garnish each slice with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of crushed vanilla wafers before serving.
- Don't rush the soaking process; allowing the cake to fully absorb the milk mixture is key to achieving that signature Tres Leches tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American