Tres Leches Cake with Crema de Coco

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Tres Leches Cake with Crema de Coco
225 min.
12
480kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Tres Leches Cake with Crema de Coco, a luscious dessert that promises to be the star of any gathering. This traditional Latin American treat is known for its moist, sponge-like texture, soaked in a rich blend of three types of milk, creating a heavenly experience with every bite. Our version elevates this classic with the addition of creamy coconut, making it a tropical delight that will transport your taste buds to paradise.

Perfect for vegetarians and those with a sweet tooth, this cake serves 12 and is ideal for celebrations, family gatherings, or simply as a special treat for yourself. With a preparation time of just 225 minutes, including chilling, you’ll find that the effort is well worth the wait. Each slice is a harmonious blend of flavors, featuring the sweetness of strawberries and the refreshing zing of kiwi, all beautifully complemented by toasted coconut flakes.

Not only is this cake a feast for the palate, but it also boasts a caloric breakdown that allows you to enjoy it guilt-free. With a rich, creamy topping of whipped cream and a hint of rum or vanilla, this Tres Leches Cake with Crema de Coco is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that will be remembered long after the last slice is gone!

Ingredients

  •  eggs 
  • 0.8 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 cup water cold
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 14 ounces condensed milk sweetened canned
  • cup whipping cream (heavy)
  • 0.5 cup cream of coconut canned (not coconut milk)
  • tablespoons rum light
  • 0.8 cup whipping cream (heavy)
  • tablespoons powdered sugar 
  • cup coconut flakes flaked toasted
  • pound strawberries sliced
  •  kiwi fruit peeled chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with shortening.
  2. In large bowl, beat eggs with electric mixer on high speed until frothy. Gradually beat in granulated sugar; beat on high speed about 5 minutes or until very thick and lemon colored. Beat in water and vanilla on low speed. Gradually add flour, baking powder and salt, beating just until batter is smooth.
  3. Pour into pan.
  4. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean. Cool 1 hour on wire rack.
  5. Meanwhile, in large bowl, stir together all Tres Leches Sauce ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  6. Poke top of cooled cake all over with toothpick or fork; slowly pour sauce over cake, allowing it to soak in. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours until most of the sauce is absorbed.
  7. In chilled small bowl, beat whipping cream and powdered sugar with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.
  8. Serve cake topped with sweetened whipped cream, coconut, strawberries and kiwi fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Calories480kcal
Protein6.35%
Fat44.42%
Carbs49.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.81
Glycemic Load
28.59
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.525652263476%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.63mg
Petunidin
0.04mg
Delphinidin
0.12mg
Pelargonidin
9.39mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.29mg
Epicatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
0.58mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.43mg
Gallocatechin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:480.42kcal
24.02%
Fat:23.85g
36.69%
Saturated Fat:16.19g
101.21%
Carbohydrates:59.47g
19.82%
Net Carbohydrates:55.73g
20.26%
Sugar:46.91g
52.12%
Cholesterol:105.03mg
35.01%
Sodium:167.72mg
7.29%
Alcohol:1.37g
100%
Alcohol %:0.82%
100%
Protein:7.67g
15.34%
Vitamin C:51.72mg
62.7%
Manganese:0.46mg
22.86%
Selenium:15.59µg
22.27%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.55%
Phosphorus:188.13mg
18.81%
Calcium:167.71mg
16.77%
Vitamin K:17.52µg
16.68%
Fiber:3.74g
14.96%
Vitamin A:715.24IU
14.3%
Folate:50.55µg
12.64%
Potassium:359.36mg
10.27%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.88%
Magnesium:32.62mg
8.15%
Copper:0.16mg
8.13%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.8%
Vitamin E:1.17mg
7.77%
Iron:1.36mg
7.58%
Vitamin D:0.91µg
6.1%
Zinc:0.91mg
6.06%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.04%
Vitamin B12:0.33µg
5.53%
Vitamin B3:1.05mg
5.24%