Banana Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Banana Tres Leches Cake! A delightful twist on the classic, this recipe boasts a subtle sweetness, complemented by the perfect blend of banana and coconut flavors. The moist, three-milk soaked cake is topped with a luscious whipped cream, creating a heavenly dessert. Best made the night before for optimal flavor and texture.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 4248.1 kcal
Protein 92g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Banana Tres Leches Cake

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How to Make Banana Tres Leches Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9x13-inch non-stick baking pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, water, oil, and mashed bananas. (See ingredient list for exact measurements)
  4. Beat with an electric mixer until thoroughly combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour.
  7. While the cake cools, prepare the tres leches mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, condensed milk, heavy cream, and sugar until well combined.
  8. Once the cake is cool, use a fork or toothpick to poke numerous holes all over the top. The more holes, the better the milk mixture will absorb.
  9. Slowly pour half of the tres leches mixture evenly over the cake.
  10. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then pour the remaining mixture over the cake, ensuring it's fully absorbed.
  11. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  12. Meanwhile, prepare the whipped cream topping: In a chilled bowl, beat heavy whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  13. Once the cake has chilled, spread the whipped cream evenly over the top.
  14. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  15. Enjoy your incredibly moist and flavorful Banana Tres Leches Cake!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

96 g

Sugar

910g

Fat

744g

Carbs

122g