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Coconut Rum Tres Leches Tiramisu

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This dreamy dessert combines the creamy, milky soak of tres leches with the layered richness of tiramisu and a bold coconut flavor. It’s quick to assemble, perfect for parties, and brings a tropical twist to classic comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 20–24 store-bought ladyfingers (savoiardi) or homemade sponge cake strips
  • 1 cup (240 ml) full-fat coconut milk (canned)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) coconut rum (or white rum with coconut extract, or extra coconut milk for non-alcoholic)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract (optional)
  • Toasted coconut flakes, for topping
  • Shaved white chocolate (optional), for topping
  • Cocoa powder (optional), for dusting
  • Lime zest (optional), for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together coconut milk, evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, coconut rum, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes). Add powdered sugar and coconut extract (if using), and beat until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks (about 3-4 minutes with a hand mixer).
  4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture with a rubber spatula until combined and airy.
  5. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the tres leches soak for 2-3 seconds per side. Arrange a single layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking dish.
  6. Spread half the coconut cream filling over the ladyfingers, smoothing it out.
  7. Add a second layer of soaked ladyfingers, then top with the remaining cream filling, swirling the surface.
  8. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  9. Just before serving, sprinkle toasted coconut flakes and, if desired, shaved white chocolate, cocoa powder, or lime zest on top.
  10. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Don’t over-soak the ladyfingers—just a quick dip is enough. For best flavor and texture, chill overnight. Toast coconut flakes in a dry skillet for extra crunch. For gluten-free, use gluten-free ladyfingers or pound cake. For dairy-free, use coconut cream and vegan cream cheese. Add toppings just before serving to keep them crisp.

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