Pumpkin Spice Tres Leches Cake (Printable)

Pumpkin spice and three milks create a tender, festive dessert topped with fluffy whipped cream and warming spices.

# Components:

→ Cake Base

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 5 large eggs, separated
06 - 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
07 - 3/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
08 - 1/2 cup whole milk
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Tres Leches Soak

10 - 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
11 - 3/4 cup evaporated milk
12 - 3/4 cup whole milk
13 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Whipped Cream Topping

14 - 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
15 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
16 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
17 - Ground cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, for dusting

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a large bowl, beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until pale and thick. Incorporate pumpkin puree, whole milk, and vanilla extract.
04 - Carefully fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients just until combined.
05 - In a clean bowl, beat egg whites to soft peaks. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
06 - Gently fold whipped egg whites into the batter in three additions, preserving volume for light texture.
07 - Transfer batter to the prepared dish and smooth surface. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean. Let cool in pan 15 minutes.
08 - While cake cools, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, whole milk, and cinnamon until smooth.
09 - Poke holes throughout the warm cake using a fork or skewer. Gradually pour the milk mixture evenly across the surface. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
10 - Before serving, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
11 - Spread whipped cream over the chilled cake. Dust lightly with cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice. Slice and serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich pumpkin spice flavor pairs with luscious milk-infused cake
  • Simple steps for bakery-level results without fussy decor
  • Festive autumn twist on a Latin staple
  • Stays outrageously tender and moist for days
02 -
  • High fiber and rich in vitamin A from pumpkin
  • Keeps its ultra moist texture for up to three days
  • Perfect for making ahead for any event
03 -
  • Wait at least four hours to serve for maximum soak absorption
  • Dusting with spice at the last moment keeps flavors fresh and vivid
  • You can freeze unfrosted cake for up to two months

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