Banana Tres Leches Dessert

Health score
1%
Banana Tres Leches Dessert
235 min.
16
394kcal

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Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic favorite with this Banana Tres Leches Dessert! This luscious treat combines the rich, moist texture of a traditional tres leches cake with the sweet, tropical flavor of ripe bananas, creating a dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends. Perfect for gatherings or special occasions, this recipe serves 16, making it an ideal choice for parties or potlucks.

Imagine sinking your fork into a slice of this heavenly cake, where each bite is infused with a creamy blend of sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, and whipping cream. The addition of mashed bananas not only enhances the flavor but also adds a delightful moistness that will leave everyone craving more. Topped with a fluffy white frosting and garnished with fresh banana slices or toasted coconut, this dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious.

With a total preparation time of just under four hours, including chilling time, you can easily make this dessert ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld together perfectly. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this Banana Tres Leches Dessert is simple to make and guarantees a show-stopping finale to any meal. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this tropical delight that will transport your taste buds to paradise!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix white
  • 1.3 cups water 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 
  • cup bananas mashed (2 medium)
  • 14 oz condensed milk sweetened canned (not evaporated)
  • 0.5 cup cream of coconut (from 14-oz can) (not cream of coconut)
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream 
  • 12 oz fluffy frosting white
  • slices banana toasted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom only of 13x9-inch pan.
  2. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil, eggs and mashed bananas with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  3. Pour into pan.
  4. Bake 33 to 38 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  5. Poke top of cake every 1/2 inch with long-tined fork, wiping fork occasionally to reduce sticking. In large bowl, stir together condensed milk, coconut milk and whipping cream. Carefully pour evenly over top of cake. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight until mixture is absorbed into cake.
  6. Spread frosting over cake.
  7. Garnish each serving with banana slices and/or toasted coconut. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories394kcal
Protein4.73%
Fat30.62%
Carbs64.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.35
Glycemic Load
16.11
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
6.6273913487144%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:394.28kcal
19.71%
Fat:13.56g
20.86%
Saturated Fat:6.26g
39.1%
Carbohydrates:64.39g
21.46%
Net Carbohydrates:63.34g
23.03%
Sugar:48.76g
54.18%
Cholesterol:47.53mg
15.84%
Sodium:313.97mg
13.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.71g
9.42%
Phosphorus:199.44mg
19.94%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.66%
Calcium:152.69mg
15.27%
Selenium:9.38µg
13.4%
Folate:34.24µg
8.56%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.94%
Vitamin K:7.25µg
6.9%
Vitamin E:0.96mg
6.37%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.54%
Potassium:191.67mg
5.48%
Iron:0.9mg
5.01%
Vitamin B3:0.98mg
4.9%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.88%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.68%
Vitamin A:229.75IU
4.6%
Fiber:1.06g
4.22%
Magnesium:15.98mg
3.99%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.64%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.24%
Copper:0.05mg
2.57%
Vitamin C:2mg
2.42%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.22%