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coconut cake recipe a delicious and moist dessert

Coconut Cake Recipe: 7 Steps to a Delicious Moist Dessert


  • Author: Juanita A. Smith
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and moist coconut cake recipe that you can easily make at home.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in coconut milk and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients.
  7. Fold in the shredded coconut.
  8. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Let it cool before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • This cake can be frosted with coconut cream frosting.
  • You can add more shredded coconut on top for decoration.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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