Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCafé CuscoCoconut Tres Leches Recipe

Coconut Tres Leches Recipe

Inspired by Café Cusco
Time1h
Serves8

Torn angel food cake soaked in three milk syrup with coconut cream, topped with whipped cream & cinnamon

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Ingredients

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Cake and Soaking Syrup

Method

Preparation and Assembly

  1. 1

    Prepare the Syrup

    In a mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and coconut milk. Whisk until thoroughly mixed and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cake

    Tear the angel food cake into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large serving dish.

  3. 3

    Soak the Cake

    Pour the milk syrup evenly over the torn pieces of cake, ensuring that all pieces are well-soaked. Allow the cake to soak for at least 30 minutes.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Topping

    In a separate bowl, whip the coconut cream until light and fluffy. Spread the whipped coconut cream over the soaked cake.

  5. 5

    Finish and Serve

    Sprinkle a light dusting of cinnamon on top of the whipped cream. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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