Troubleshooting Tres Leches: How to Fix a Runny Strawberry-Coconut Trifle

[angie2718]

i have searched everywhere on this forum to see if anyone else has had this problem and haven't found it. I have made the Strawberry-coconut Tres Leches Trifle 3 times each time it has been too runny, it all runs together. I even added extra pudding using a large box instead of a small box, it helped but didn't solve the issue. I'm using pound cake instead of ladyfingers, which are hard to find around here and the ones i did find cost almost $9 compared to the $1.50 pound cake I bought (onsale). Any suggestions I have another show tonight and the host really wanted this so I agreed.

 

[raebates]

Mine wasn't runny at all. You might check the threads at the bottom of the page about that particular trifle. Maybe one of the suggestions there will click for you.

 

[DessertDivaFL]

One thing you must make sure is that you are buying the full one pound loaf of pound cake. They sneak in a smaller one in the grocery stores. That may be the problem.

 

[angie2718]

okay, thanks for the input, I will take an extra pound cake with me tonight and add a little to the one the host bought.

 

[Staci]

Dear fellow chef,I am sorry to hear that you have been having trouble with the Strawberry-coconut Tres Leches Trifle. I can understand how frustrating it must be to have it turn out runny every time. I have made this recipe before and have not encountered this issue, so I am happy to share some tips with you.First, make sure that you are using full-fat canned coconut milk for the tres leches mixture. The fat content in the milk is what helps to thicken the mixture. Also, be sure to refrigerate the coconut milk for at least 24 hours before using it in the recipe.Secondly, when adding the pudding, be sure to use instant pudding mix and prepare it according to the package instructions. This will ensure that the pudding sets properly and helps to thicken the overall trifle.Lastly, when assembling the trifle, make sure to let the pound cake soak up the tres leches mixture for at least 30 minutes before adding the pudding and strawberries. This will help the cake to absorb the liquid and prevent it from becoming too runny.I hope these suggestions help and that your next batch of Strawberry-coconut Tres Leches Trifle turns out perfectly. Best of luck with your show tonight!Sincerely,