Palkova To Tres Leches; 7 Different Types Of Milk Cakes From Around The World

By Devi Poojari

February 1, 2024

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In the vast variety of milk-based desserts, the milk cake is one of the simplest yet diverse varieties of treats that is treated differently globally. Tap to see the different kinds of this indulgent confection, to add to your foodie bucket list.

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PALKOVA

This Indian milk cake made by slow-cooking the key ingredient with sugar, until it develops a grainy texture with caramel flavours, is a popular delicacy.

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TRES LECHES

A delicious Latin American three-milk cake, the tres leches is a light and moist cake served with a sweet milk mixture.

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CASTELLA

This traditional Japanese confection or wagashi, is a rectangular sliced cake with a moist texture, courtesy of the sugar syrup.

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TORTA PARADISO

A pillowy-soft cake sandwiching rich milk cream in between the layers, this Italian dessert is eaten for breakfast or as a snack.

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HOT MILK CAKE

A classic English-style vanilla cake that uses a warm milk custard base, this delicious confection is best enjoyed with a cup of coffee.

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MALVA PUDDING

A South African spin on the tres leches cake, what makes the malva pudding different is the addition of apricot jam for extra flavour and moistness.

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MALVA PUDDING

A South African spin on the tres leches cake, what makes the malva pudding different is the addition of apricot jam for extra flavour and moistness.

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