Simple Coconut Cake
Indulge in the tropical flavors of this Simple Coconut Cake, a delightfully moist and fluffy dessert that's as easy to make as it is delicious. With a perfect balance of buttery richness and the sweet creaminess of coconut milk, this homemade cake is studded with shredded coconut for an extra layer of texture and flavor. Ideal for any occasion, it requires just 20 minutes of prep time, making it a great choice for novice and seasoned bakers alike. Whether enjoyed plain or topped with a sprinkle of coconut or a drizzle of glaze, this coconut cake is a crowd-pleaser that captures the essence of island-inspired baking. Perfect for coconut lovers, it’s the ultimate treat to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping things simple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1.5 cups Sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the coconut milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined after each addition.
Using a spatula, fold in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Garnish the cooled cake with additional shredded coconut or a simple coconut glaze before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 292 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 129 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
