Tropical Cream Dessert Recipe

Escape to paradise with this dreamy Tropical Cream Dessert! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of mango, pineapple, banana, and coconut, this no-bake recipe is surprisingly easy to make. Creamy coconut milk combines with luscious tropical fruits for a refreshing dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Requires chilling overnight for maximum deliciousness – plan ahead and prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 510 mins
Calories 389 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tropical Cream Dessert

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How to Make Tropical Cream Dessert

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk and ½ cup water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Remove from heat and whisk in 1 (3 ounce) package of your favorite tropical-flavored gelatin (or unflavored gelatin and tropical fruit juice) until completely dissolved.
  3. Stir in 1 cup ice water until the mixture is slightly thickened.
  4. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to allow the mixture to begin setting.
  5. Beat the mixture with an electric mixer for 1 minute until slightly fluffy.
  6. Gently fold in 1 (10 inch) pound cake, cut into 1-inch cubes, 4 cups whipped topping, 2 cups diced mango, 1 ½ cups diced pineapple, and 1 cup sliced bananas.
  7. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with plastic wrap, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  8. Spoon the mixture into the prepared dish and cover tightly with plastic wrap.
  9. Refrigerate overnight (or for at least 8 hours) to allow the dessert to set completely.
  10. To unmold, carefully lift the dessert out of the dish using the plastic wrap overhang.
  11. Transfer to a serving plate and remove the plastic wrap. Frost the top with the remaining whipped topping, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

159g

Fat

55g

Carbs

19g