Creamy Milk Cake is a melt-in-your-mouth dessert made with a light sponge soaked in milk, sweetened condensed milk, and topped with a luscious cream layer. Perfect for birthdays, parties, or anytime you want a creamy, comforting treat.
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Bake Time: 30–35 minutes
- Cooling Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour 20 minutes
- Servings: 8–10
🍳 Equipment
- 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups & spoons
🥘 Ingredients
Cake
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Milk Soak
- 1 cup milk
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
Topping
- ½ cup heavy cream, whipped
- Optional: fresh fruits, nuts, or chocolate shavings
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Milk soak: Creates a soft, moist, and creamy texture.
- Cake: A light sponge works best to absorb the milk mixture.
- Topping: Whipped cream adds a luxurious finish, but fruits or nuts enhance flavor and presentation.
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour the baking pan.
2. Make the cake
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add melted butter and vanilla; mix gently.
- Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
3. Bake
Pour batter into the prepared pan.
Bake 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cake cool slightly.
4. Prepare milk soak
In a bowl, combine milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream.
Poke holes in the cake using a fork or skewer and pour the milk mixture evenly over the cake. Allow it to soak and cool for 30 minutes.
5. Add topping
Spread whipped cream over the soaked cake.
Garnish with fruits, nuts, or chocolate shavings if desired.
6. Serve
Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
📊 Nutrition (Approx per serving, 10 servings)
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 6g
- Carbs: 42g
- Fat: 15g
⭐ Tips & Variations
- Extra creamy: Use evaporated milk along with condensed milk.
- Flavor boost: Add a teaspoon of almond or rose extract.
- Chocolate version: Drizzle melted chocolate or cocoa powder over the cake.
- Make ahead: Best when refrigerated for a few hours to fully absorb the milk.
- Serving tip: Slice with a hot knife for clean cuts.
