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Tres Leches Cake Recipe with Mango Cream

Tres Leches Cake Recipe with Mango Cream Recipe – This Latin-American-inspired creation is a great way to celebrate any occasion!

Mango Cream Tres Leches Cake Recipe

We parents are secretly celebrating something.

For fear of judgement, we hardly talk about the joy it brings us. Yet, silent sighs of relief can be felt across the country for… Back to School.

Of course, we love our babies beyond all understanding.

We love their smiles and little noses. We love that fluttery little laugh that gurgles up when something strikes them as funny. We love their breathy stories, the elaborate crafts they make, and the ingenious games they come up with. We love them regardless of their artistic wardrobe selections. We love them as they go through the awkward stages of adolescence with unwarranted hormonal outbursts.

Tres Leches Cake Recipe sliced on plate

Celebrate with Tres Leches Cake

We love them when they are sweet and helpful, and we even love them when they are as mean as snakes.

That never stops.

Yet, after a magical summer filled with family vacations, swimming pools, trips to the zoo, hiking trails, hours at the park, makeshift forts, lemonade stands, gallons of insect repellent and sunscreen, sibling squabbles, and staying up way past bedtime, WE ARE TIRED.

So we tearfully send our little ones, with baggy new clothes and over-sized backpacks, off to school. Then peacefully sit in silence, if only for a moment.

You know what?

After all that fun and energy exertion, we deserve cake.

My double-layer Tres Leches Cake Recipe with Mango Cream is just the thing for this bittersweet occasion.

What is Tres Leches?

As tres leches means 3 milks in Spanish, you can imagine the rich creamy taste and texture this cake provides, after being soaked in a mixture of evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream.

This cake is a very light sponge cake, with the lovely flavor combination of your choosing. I chose to make this one mango flavored!

What Ingredients You Will Need

For the Tres Leches Cake:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (4 ounces)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 5 large eggs
  • 12 ounces evaporated milk (or whole milk)
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream

For the Mango Cream:

  • 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 ripe mangoes
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • Pinch salt
tres leches cake recipe with mango cream in the layers

How to Make Tres Leches Cake 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 8- to 9-inch cake pans and set aside.
  2. Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a small bowl. Using an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, 3-5 minutes. Then add the vanilla.
  3. Crack the eggs into a measuring pitcher. Then with the mixer running, alternate adding the eggs and flour mixture until just combined. Scrape the large bowl and mix again for 30 seconds.
  4. Divide the cake batter evenly between the two pans and bake for 20 minutes, until golden on top. (Make sure a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean!) Remove the sponge cake from their pans and cool for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk the evaporated milk, condensed milk, and cream together. Set aside.
  5. Once the cakes are cool, place one on a cake platter and the other on a sheet of foil with the edges turned up to form a shallow bowl. Poke holes in both cakes with a fork thoroughly, to help the milks mixture absorb. Slowly pour half the tres leches mixture over each cake and allow them to sit and soak it all up while you make the Mango Cream.

For the Mango Cream:

  1. Peel both mangoes. Slice one into thin strips and set aside as the garnish. Cut the second off the pit and place in the blender with 2/3 cup sugar and a pinch of salt. Puree until smooth.
  2. Pour the puree into a small sauce pan and place over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer. Stir and simmer for 3-5 minutes until thick. Then place in the fridge to cool.
How to make the mango cream

To Assemble the Cake:

  1. Using a clean bowl and electric mixer on high speed, whip the heavy whipping cream until firm stiff peaks form. (If you stop at soft peaks, the frosting won’t be as creamy as you want.) Then gently fold the whipped cream in the chilled mango puree.
  2. Scoop about half the Mango Cream on the cake that’s on the platter. Spread the Mango Cream evenly, then carefully flip the second cake layer on top and remove the foil. Spread the remaining mango cream on the top and decorate with fresh mango slices.

Lt. Dan and I agree, although there are uncountable reasons to make this Tres Leches Cake Recipe with Mango Cream, the best part about it is the sumptuous sound it makes when you dig into it with your fork.

The sflumph you hear as you cut each saturated bite, lets you know something luxurious is about to grace your palette.

Spread the whipped cream over the layers of cake

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this cake last?

You can store this cake in the fridge for 3 to 5 days. 

Can I use mango pulp instead of fresh mangoes?

Yes, you can. However, I can’t exactly tell you how much… I would start with 3/4 cup. Taste and test the thickness, then add more if needed.

How can I make half of this recipe? 

Yes, you can. Use the serving slider in the recipe card below to adjust the recipe. Instead of trying to use 2 1/2 eggs, the easiest solution would be to use 2 extra-large eggs if you can find them.

Cut a piece and enjoy this delicious recipe

More Killer Cakes:

For more crazy cakes, follow my Pinterest Board, Holy Sweetness.

Check the printable recipe card below for the nutrition information including calories, protein, cholesterol, sodium, and fiber percentages. Make sure to share this dessert on Facebook, Pinterest, youtube, and Instagram.

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Tres Leches Cake Recipe with Mango Cream

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Tres Leches Cake Recipe with Mango Cream Recipe – This Latin-inspired creation is a great way to celebrate any occasion!
Servings: 12 slices

Ingredients

For the Tres Leches Cake:

For the Mango Cream:

  • 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 ripe mangoes
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • Pinch salt

Instructions

For the Tres Leches Cake:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 8- to 9-inch cake pans and set aside.
  • Mix the flour, baking powder and salt together in a small bowl. Using an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, 3-5 minutes. Then add the vanilla.
  • Crack the eggs into a measuring pitcher. Then with the mixer running, alternate adding the eggs and flour mixture until just combined. Scrape the bowl and mix again for 30 seconds.
  • Divide the cake batter evenly between the two pans and bake for 20 minutes, until golden on top. Remove the cakes from pans and cool for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk the evaporated milk, condensed milk and cream together. Set aside.
  • Once the cakes are cool, place one on a cake platter and the other on a sheet of foil with the edges turned up to form a shallow bowl. Poke both cakes with a fork thoroughly, to help the milks absorb. Slowly pour half the tres leches mixture over each cake and allow them to sit and soak it all up while you make the Mango Cream.

For the Mango Cream:

  • Peel both mangoes. Slice one into thin strips and set aside as the garnish. Cut the second off the pit and place in the blender with 2/3 cup sugar and a pinch of salt. Puree until smooth.
  • Pour the puree into a small saucepan and place over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer. Stir and simmer for 3-5 minutes until thick. Then place in the fridge to cool.

To Assemble:

  • Using a clean bowl and electric mixer, whip the heavy cream until firm peaks form. Then gently fold in the chilled mango puree.
  • Scoop about half the Mango Cream on the cake that's on the platter. Spread the Mango Cream evenly, then carefully flip the second cake layer on top and remove the foil. Spread the remaining mango cream on the top and decorate with fresh mango slices.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1slice, Calories: 596kcal, Carbohydrates: 62g, Protein: 9g, Fat: 35g, Saturated Fat: 21g, Cholesterol: 184mg, Sodium: 218mg, Potassium: 383mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 52g, Vitamin A: 1615IU, Vitamin C: 11.7mg, Calcium: 243mg, Iron: 1mg
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Latin
Author: Sommer Collier

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56 comments on “Tres Leches Cake Recipe with Mango Cream”

  1. Hi,
    Can I use mango pulp instead of fresh mangoes? If yes, how much mango pulp should I use?

    Thank you

  2. Hey! Love this recipe. I have a question though. How can I make half of this recipe? Especially for cake, should I use 2 eggs or 3 if I wana make a single cake.
    Waiting for your response

  3. Delishhhh

  4. This is the BEST cake I have had in my life! I used atalufo mangoes for the sweetest flavor. Pure heaven!!!!

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  8. Is the heavy cream is a whipping cream?

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  11. Will this cake hold over night?

  12. I had a question is it 1/2 stick of butter which is 2oz or 4 oz which is a stick of butter? Thanks.

  13. Mmmm…I haven’t had a tres leches for so long. I love the addition of mango, and might just have to make this for my mom (loves mango).

  14. Mangoes and tres leches?!? My favorites, all in one!!!

  15. I LOVE mangos. What a great recipe!

  16. Oh my I would like a big slice of this cake. I love the idea of mango with the tres leches.

  17. mmmm… whipped mango cream sounds heavenly!

  18. you really have me wanting cake right now :)

  19. Love love love tres leches cake! Topped with mango is even better – YUM!

  20. So beautiful, Sommer!! I want cake now!

  21. This is such a pretty cake! Whats more it looks absolutely scrumptious!! Can’t wait to make it! Thanks :)

  22. Simply wonderful! I tried explaining tres leches to my Australian husband, while we were talking about some of our favorite desserts as inspiration of what to make for a family party. Your mango cream takes it to a whole new level, and adds a bit of freshness to an otherwise quite rich dessert. Totally sold on trying this for him – I know he’ll love it!

  23. Absolutely lovely, Sommer! CLAPS TO YOU :)

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  25. One of my favourite things with tres leches is to use coconut evaporated milk, or add some Malibu rum to the milks. I’m going to try it with this for a really tropical cake.

  26. Mango cream, yes please! Looks fantastic, you are such a creative baker!

  27. I simply love your version of this luscious cake BUT I’m completely smitten with your green mixer! I’m not sure how you get anything done in your kitchen. I’d just sit and stare at it adoringly all day I think!

  28. Your secret is safe with us ;-) … in fact, everyone tells me that ‘going back to school’ is a time to celebrate… I”ll find out soon enough. :)
    Tres leches cake…mmmmmm! Plus that mango cream…my oh my!

  29. Oh my gosh, your cake looks amazing and so moist!! I wish I could have a slice right now!

  30. looks amazing Sommer! Have a great weekend

  31. Jolín tengo la boca salivando sin parar……..

  32. Adding mango to tres leches is brilliant. I love the color and it looks so soft. I can’t wait to try this!

  33. This cake is AWESOME! I never would’ve thought to make a mango whipped cream but it sounds AH-MAZING! And your green mixer is too cute.

  34. i could eat that entire thing in about 10 seconds.

    i wish i was kidding :)

  35. This cake looks divine. I can’t wait to try the mango cream. Thank you.

  36. I love a nice, juiced up tres leches – this one is spectacular. Just lovely!

  37. Lovely cake today!! Mango is one of my favorites!

  38. I don’t have kids, but I can have cake too, right? Because this looks crazy delicious. Mangoes! Cake! Cream! You can’t go wrong with these things!

  39. Did you say ‘Mangoes’? I couldn’t resist taking a peek. I love Tres Leches cake, but I love ‘mangoes’ even more. Can’t wait to try this recipe. Thanks for sharing ! Enjoyed your ‘back to school’ musings ~ you captured all our sentiments well !

  40. I love the mango whipped cream here, yum!

  41. This is stunning. I’ll be over in a few. :)

  42. Suddenly I want to dance and eat cake.

  43. I’m drooling right now. Please send some over for breakfast!

  44. Adding mango to tres leches cake … brilliant! YUM. I would like a slab for breakfast, please. A large one.

    My little one isn’t even a year old yet so I’ve got awhile until the school years come along. But, yeah, not going to lie, I think the breaks are going to be reallllly nice. Nothing wrong with enjoying a little time to yourself now and then (which of course is a real luxury with a baby in the house!)

  45. Yeah, that probably wouldn’t ship very well :-/

  46. Congrats to the little ones beginning a new year of learning and experiences! I don’t have children yet, but I bet when I eventually do, I’m going to need a tres leches cake every time school starts up again…to celebrate and console! I love your idea of incorporating mango in with the cream! I can only imagine it gives such a nice flavor and zing to the cake! Looks fantastic!

  47. Oh, Sommer! Are you kidding me?! This looks like my dream dessert! I’ve got to have it!

  48. I loooove tres leches cake! And that whipped cream just looks plain awesome!

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