Description
Inspired by the iconic Puerto Rican cocktail, this Piña Colada Tres Leches features a coconut chiffon cake soaked in a pineapple and rum-infused Tres Leches mixture. It’s filled with sweet Yayama pineapple filling and topped with vanilla coconut buttercream, caramelized pineapple slices, and maraschino cherries.
Origin
The Piña Colada, born in Puerto Rico in the 1950s, combines pineapple, coconut, and rum into a refreshing cocktail. This cake transforms those tropical flavors into an irresistible dessert.
Flavor
A tropical burst of sweet pineapple, creamy coconut, and a subtle hint of rum.
Texture
The moist coconut chiffon cake absorbs the pineapple-rum Tres Leches soak, complemented by smooth buttercream and juicy pineapple filling.
Elements
Coconut Chiffon Cake, Piña Colada Tres Leches Mixture (Pineapple, Coconut, Rum), Yayama Pineapple Filling, Vanilla Coconut Buttercream, Caramelized Pineapple, Maraschino Cherries.
Fun Facts
- The Piña Colada is Puerto Rico’s official national drink, celebrated worldwide.
- The name translates to “strained pineapple” in Spanish.
- Piña Colada flavors are used in a variety of desserts, from cheesecakes to ice creams.
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