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Coconut Tres Leches Cake

Coconut Tres Leches Cake: A Blissful Tropical Treat

Coconut Tres Leches Cake is a delightful tropical twist on the traditional dessert, promising an ultra-moist experience that everyone will love.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 12 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 large eggs (separated) whites whipped for lift
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can use coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup whole milk can replace with non-dairy milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste/extract can substitute with imitation vanilla extract
For the Soaking Mixture
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk use coconut condensed milk for lower sugar
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract optional but recommended
For the Topping
  • 1 cup coconut flakes (unsweetened) toasted for topping
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar can be reduced for less sweetness

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • fork or skewer
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat 4 egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside.
  4. In another bowl, beat together 4 egg yolks and 1 cup of granulated sugar until pale and creamy, about 3-4 minutes. Add in 1/2 cup of whole milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla, blending until well combined.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the yolk mixture, followed by the whipped egg whites until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Once cooled, poke holes in the cake using a fork to allow the soaking mixture to seep in.
  8. Whisk together 1 cup of evaporated milk, 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk, and 1 cup of coconut milk, then drizzle over the cake.
  9. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  10. Toast coconut flakes in the oven for about 5 minutes until golden. Whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  11. Spread the whipped cream over the chilled cake and sprinkle the toasted coconut on top. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make the cake a day in advance for best results. Ensure proper refrigeration for maximum flavor.

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