Description
A moist and rich cake infused with coconut flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Stir in coconut milk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in shredded coconut.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before removing from the pan.
Notes
- Use fresh coconut for a stronger flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Top with coconut frosting for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: creamy coconut cake, coconut dessert, cake recipe