Skinny Tres Leches Cake

Health score
2%
Skinny Tres Leches Cake
115 min.
15
294kcal

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Indulge in a lighter version of a classic favorite with this Skinny Tres Leches Cake! Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat after dinner, this dessert captures the essence of the traditional tres leches while keeping your health goals in mind. With just 294 calories per serving, you can enjoy a slice without the guilt.

This delightful cake is made using a simple box mix, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. The combination of three types of milk—fat-free sweetened condensed milk, evaporated fat-free milk, and skim milk—creates a moist and flavorful cake that soaks up all the deliciousness. Topped with a light and airy Cool Whip topping, this dessert is as visually appealing as it is tasty.

Whether you're hosting a party or simply craving something sweet, this Skinny Tres Leches Cake is sure to impress your guests. The addition of fresh strawberries not only enhances the presentation but also adds a burst of freshness that complements the rich flavors of the cake. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a dessert that everyone will love, all while keeping it light and satisfying!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix yellow
  • 1.3 cups water 
  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • teaspoons vanilla 
  •  eggs whole
  •  egg whites 
  • 14 oz condensed milk fat-free sweetened canned (not evaporated)
  • 12 oz evaporated milk fat-free canned
  • 0.5 cup skim milk fat-free (skim)
  • oz cool whip fat-free frozen thawed
  • serving strawberries fresh sliced

Equipment

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

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  2. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil, vanilla, whole eggs and egg whites with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  3. Pour into pan.
  4. Bake 29 to 35 minutes or until edges are golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  5. Let stand 5 minutes. Poke top of hot cake all over with fork or wooden skewer, wiping fork occasionally to reduce sticking.
  6. In medium bowl, stir condensed milk, evaporated milk and skim milk until blended. Slowly pour evenly over top of cake. Cover; refrigerate about 1 hour or until mixture is absorbed into cake.
  7. Spread whipped topping over cake. Refrigerate until serving time.
  8. Garnish with strawberries. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories294kcal
Protein9.49%
Fat22.39%
Carbs68.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.73
Glycemic Load
9
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
7.9934783292853%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.16mg
Petunidin
0.01mg
Delphinidin
0.03mg
Pelargonidin
2.39mg
Catechin
0.3mg
Epigallocatechin
0.07mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:293.93kcal
14.7%
Fat:7.37g
11.34%
Saturated Fat:3.81g
23.79%
Carbohydrates:50.45g
16.82%
Net Carbohydrates:49.79g
18.1%
Sugar:35.01g
38.89%
Cholesterol:40.21mg
13.4%
Sodium:346.73mg
15.08%
Alcohol:0.18g
100%
Alcohol %:0.16%
100%
Protein:7.03g
14.06%
Phosphorus:256.84mg
25.68%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.26%
Calcium:236.84mg
23.68%
Selenium:9.19µg
13.13%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.72%
Folate:36.35µg
9.09%
Vitamin B12:0.51µg
8.49%
Vitamin C:6.82mg
8.27%
Potassium:248.97mg
7.11%
Vitamin B5:0.62mg
6.18%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.48%
Iron:0.96mg
5.35%
Magnesium:21.11mg
5.28%
Vitamin B3:1.01mg
5.06%
Zinc:0.72mg
4.8%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.49%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.43%
Vitamin A:187.53IU
3.75%
Fiber:0.67g
2.66%
Copper:0.05mg
2.51%
Vitamin K:2.25µg
2.14%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.29%