Heart-Healthy Tres Leches Cake
Indulge guilt-free with this Heart-Healthy Tres Leches Cake, a delicious twist on the classic Latin dessert made with wholesome ingredients to nourish your body. This lighter version swaps traditional heavy cream for a blend of low-fat milk, unsweetened almond milk, and lite coconut milk, creating a delightfully moist cake without the excess fat. Whole wheat pastry flour and egg whites provide a nutrient-rich base, while honey adds natural sweetness. Topped with nonfat Greek yogurt and garnished with fresh berries and cinnamon, this recipe combines creamy indulgence with heart-smart choices. Perfect for family gatherings or any occasion, this guilt-free dessert is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping your health goals in check!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups Whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 4 large Egg whites
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Honey
- 1 cups Low-fat milk (1% or nonfat)
- 1 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cups Lite coconut milk (canned)
- 1 cups Plain Greek yogurt (nonfat)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cups Fresh strawberries or berries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a thin layer of cooking spray or use parchment paper.
In a medium-sized bowl, sift together the whole wheat pastry flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine egg whites and unsweetened applesauce. Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat on high until frothy and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and honey to the egg mixture, and mix until everything is well incorporated.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with 1/2 cup of the low-fat milk. Continue until the batter is smooth but do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the milk soak. In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup of low-fat milk, unsweetened almond milk, and lite coconut milk until well combined.
Once the cake is baked, allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Use a skewer or fork to poke small holes all over the surface of the cake.
Slowly pour the milk mixture evenly over the entire cake, allowing it to soak in fully. Cover the cake with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
Before serving, spread the nonfat Greek yogurt evenly over the top of the cake as a frosting substitute. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and garnish with fresh strawberries or berries if desired.
Cut into squares and enjoy a guilt-free slice of Heart-Healthy Tres Leches Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1481 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 20.0 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2104 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 270.4 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.1 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 136.4 g | ||
| Protein | 73.2 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1083 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 2064 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
