Coconut Tres Leches Cake

Coconut Tres Leches Cake
245 min.
15
383kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the tropical delight of Coconut Tres Leches Cake, a luscious dessert that promises to transport your taste buds to a sun-kissed paradise. This cake is a delightful twist on the traditional tres leches, incorporating the rich and creamy flavor of coconut that elevates every bite. Perfect for gatherings or special occasions, this cake serves 15 people, making it an ideal choice for parties, potlucks, or family celebrations.

With a preparation time of just over four hours, including chilling, this dessert is well worth the wait. The combination of a moist, fluffy cake soaked in a heavenly blend of three milks—milk, cream of coconut, and whipping cream—creates a melt-in-your-mouth experience that is simply irresistible. Topped with a light and airy whipped cream layer and toasted coconut, this cake not only tastes divine but also looks stunning on any dessert table.

For an extra touch of elegance, consider garnishing each slice with fresh kiwifruit, adding a pop of color and a hint of tartness that beautifully complements the sweetness of the cake. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this Coconut Tres Leches Cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. Dive into this tropical treat and make your next dessert a memorable one!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix white
  • 0.5 teaspoon coconut extract 
  • cup milk 
  • cups whipping cream 
  • 14 oz cream of coconut canned (not coconut milk)
  • cup coconut or toasted
  • serving kiwi fruit sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan.
  2. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil, egg whites and coconut extract with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  3. Pour into pan.
  4. Bake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan. Cool 5 minutes. With long-tined fork, poke top of hot cake every 1/2 inch, wiping fork occasionally to reduce sticking. In medium bowl, mix milk, 3/4 cup of the whipping cream and the cream of coconut with whisk until blended. Microwave on High about 1 minute 30 seconds or until heated. Carefully pour mixture over top of warm cake. Cover; refrigerate 3 hours or until chilled.
  5. In small bowl, beat remaining 1 1/4 cups whipping cream with electric mixer on high speed until stiff (do not overbeat).
  6. Spread over cake; sprinkle with coconut.
  7. Cut cake into squares; serve with any remaining cream mixture from pan.
  8. Garnish with kiwifruit. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories383kcal
Protein3.2%
Fat45.26%
Carbs51.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.71
Glycemic Load
0.67
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.6482609199441%

Flavonoids

Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:383.31kcal
19.17%
Fat:19.47g
29.96%
Saturated Fat:13.83g
86.43%
Carbohydrates:49.9g
16.63%
Net Carbohydrates:47.98g
17.45%
Sugar:34.75g
38.61%
Cholesterol:37.81mg
12.6%
Sodium:268.22mg
11.66%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.06%
100%
Protein:3.1g
6.19%
Phosphorus:159.09mg
15.91%
Calcium:119.32mg
11.93%
Vitamin A:498.11IU
9.96%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.39%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.9%
Fiber:1.92g
7.69%
Folate:28.36µg
7.09%
Selenium:4.78µg
6.82%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.36%
Vitamin C:4.9mg
5.94%
Iron:0.85mg
4.71%
Vitamin E:0.69mg
4.61%
Vitamin D:0.69µg
4.58%
Vitamin B3:0.91mg
4.56%
Vitamin K:4.45µg
4.24%
Copper:0.06mg
3.15%
Potassium:107.16mg
3.06%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.7%
Magnesium:10.66mg
2.67%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.46%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.31%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.87%