Preparing the Cake Batter

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to beat egg yolks with ¾ cup of sugar until the mixture is pale and fluffy. Stir in the milk and vanilla.
4. Gently fold the egg yolk mixture into the flour mixture until combined.

Baking the Cake

1. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining ¼ cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
2. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.

Making the Tres Leches Mixture

1. In a large measuring cup, whisk together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream.
2. Once the cake is cooled, poke holes all over the top using a fork or skewer.

Soaking the Cake

How to Properly Soak the Cake

1. Slowly pour the tres leches mixture over the cake, making sure to cover the entire surface.

Let the cake sit for at least an hour, or refrigerate overnight, to allow the milk to soak in completely.

Making the Whipped Cream Topping

How to Make Perfect Whipped Cream

1. In a chilled mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
2. Beat with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.

Assembling the Cake

Layering Techniques

•  Spread the whipped cream evenly over the soaked cake.
•  Use an offset spatula to create smooth, even layers.