Tres Leches is a moist and flavorful Latin American cake soaked in three kinds of milk: evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream. This version uses bananas, which add a sweet and tropical flavor to the cake. The cake is topped with a whipped cream frosting and sliced bananas. The recipe also includes instructions for a chocolate ganache frosting, which is a rich and decadent option for those who love chocolate.
In this article, you will find two recipes: one for the Tres Leches cake with whipped cream frosting and one for the chocolate ganache frosting. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made in less than two hours. So preheat your oven and get ready to indulge in this delicious Latin American dessert!
BANANA TRES LECHES DESSERT
Tres Leches cake is the Hispanic-influenced dessert showing up on restaurant dessert menus. Soaked in three sweet milks, this version boasts using a foolproof Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix to make it easy.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 3h55m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom only of 13x9-inch pan.
- In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil, eggs and mashed bananas with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
- Bake 33 to 38 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
- Poke top of cake every 1/2 inch with long-tined fork, wiping fork occasionally to reduce sticking. In large bowl, stir together condensed milk, coconut milk and whipping cream. Carefully pour evenly over top of cake. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight until mixture is absorbed into cake.
- Spread frosting over cake. Garnish each serving with banana slices and/or toasted coconut. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 40 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g
BANANA TRES LECHES DESSERT RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by carvalhohm
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom only of 13x9-inch pan. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil, eggs and mashed bananas with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan. Bake 33 to 38 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Poke top of cake every 1/2-inch with long-tined fork, wiping fork occasionally to reduce sticking. In large bowl, stir together condensed milk, coconut milk, and whipping cream. Carefully pour evenly over top of cake. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight until mixture is absorbed into cake. Spread frosting over cake. Garnish each serving with banana slices and/or toasted coconut. Store loosely covered in refrigerator. Sprinkle your favorite toasted nuts over the top of the cake.
BANANA TRES LECHES DESSERT
Tres Leches cake is the Hispanic-influenced dessert showing up on restaurant dessert menus. Soaked in three sweet milks, this version boasts using a foolproof Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix to make it easy.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 3h55m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom only of 13x9-inch pan.
- In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil, eggs and mashed bananas with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
- Bake 33 to 38 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
- Poke top of cake every 1/2 inch with long-tined fork, wiping fork occasionally to reduce sticking. In large bowl, stir together condensed milk, coconut milk and whipping cream. Carefully pour evenly over top of cake. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight until mixture is absorbed into cake.
- Spread frosting over cake. Garnish each serving with banana slices and/or toasted coconut. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 40 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g
Tips:
- To make sure your tres leches cake is moist and fluffy, be sure to use fresh baking powder and baking soda.
- Don't overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- For the tres leches mixture, be sure to use whole milk, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk.
- To make sure the tres leches mixture is evenly distributed, poke holes in the cake with a fork before pouring it over.
- Chill the cake for at least 4 hours before serving, to allow the tres leches mixture to soak in.
- You can garnish the cake with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or grated cinnamon.
Conclusion:
Banana tres leches is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and fluffy cake, creamy tres leches mixture, and sweet banana flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give banana tres leches a try. You won't be disappointed!
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