The Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups diced fresh mango
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup condensed milk
- Whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven and Prepare Batter
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add softened butter and mix until crumbly. Beat in eggs until well combined.
Step 2: Fold in Mango and Pour into Pans
Gently fold in diced mango into the batter. Divide the mixture evenly among four 8-inch round cake pans.
Step 3: Bake Cakes and Prepare Tres Leches Mixture
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. In a separate bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, heavy cream, and condensed milk to create the tres leches mixture.
Step 4: Assemble Sandwiches
Once cakes are completely cooled, use a serrated knife to level each cake. Place one cake on a flat surface, followed by a generous pour of the tres leches mixture. Repeat this process three times, ending with a layer of whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Garnish with additional toasted coconut flakes if desired.