Description
A delightful dessert that combines tropical flavors with a classic treat, this Coconut Lime Tres Leches Cake is soaked in three types of milk, enhanced with coconut and lime for a refreshing taste.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- Whipped cream for topping
- Toasted coconut flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the coconut milk. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, mix the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, lime juice, and lime zest in a bowl.
- Once the cake is done, let it cool for 10 minutes. Poke holes all over the cake with a fork.
- Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free all-purpose flour.
- Replace unsalted butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- Use almond milk or oat milk instead of coconut milk for a lighter flavor.
- For a lower sugar option, consider using a sugar substitute.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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