Banana Tres Leches Dessert

Health score
1%
Banana Tres Leches Dessert
235 min.
16
425kcal

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This banana tres leches dessert is a tropical twist on a classic Latin American treat. It's a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will impress your taste buds. The recipe starts with a fluffy white cake, infused with the sweetness of mashed bananas. This cake is then generously soaked in a creamy mixture of condensed milk, coconut milk, and whipping cream, creating a moist and indulgent treat. The result is a cake that's incredibly soft, almost like a pudding, with a rich and creamy texture.

The addition of coconut milk brings a subtle tropical flavor to the dessert, enhancing the overall taste experience. And the best part? It's incredibly easy to make! With a simple box of cake mix and a few other ingredients, you can create a dessert that's both impressive and delicious. The final touch is a generous spread of whipped fluffy white frosting, which adds a light and airy contrast to the rich cake. Garnish with banana slices and toasted coconut for a beautiful presentation.

This dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual family gathering or a special celebration. With its unique flavor and texture, it's sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. So, if you're looking for a dessert that's both easy to make and incredibly satisfying, this banana tres leches dessert is definitely worth trying. Enjoy the tropical flavors and the creamy, moist texture in every bite!

Ingredients

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

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

Calories425kcal
Protein4.38%
Fat31%
Carbs64.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.92
Glycemic Load
18.22
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
6.7482608090276%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.86mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:425.21kcal
21.26%
Fat:14.79g
22.75%
Saturated Fat:6.48g
40.51%
Carbohydrates:69.34g
23.11%
Net Carbohydrates:68.31g
24.84%
Sugar:53.44g
59.38%
Cholesterol:47.53mg
15.84%
Sodium:327.97mg
14.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.7g
9.39%
Phosphorus:200.59mg
20.06%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.97%
Calcium:152.87mg
15.29%
Selenium:9.38µg
13.39%
Folate:34.64µg
8.66%
Vitamin K:8.23µg
7.84%
Vitamin E:1.07mg
7.14%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.97%
Potassium:190.68mg
5.45%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.4%
Iron:0.91mg
5.07%
Vitamin B3:0.99mg
4.96%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.89%
Vitamin A:229.11IU
4.58%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.5%
Fiber:1.03g
4.12%
Magnesium:15.78mg
3.95%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.66%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.24%
Copper:0.05mg
2.53%
Vitamin C:1.91mg
2.32%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.22%