Easy Coconut Cake Recipe – A Soft and Moist Delight

Coconut cake is a deliciously soft and moist dessert with a rich coconut flavor, perfect for any occasion. This cake is light, fluffy, and topped with shredded coconut, making it a favorite for coconut lovers.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 cup desiccated coconut

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Grease a cake pan and line it with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients

1. In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. Prepare the Batter

1. In another bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with coconut milk. Mix until just combined.
4. Fold in the desiccated coconut gently.

4. Bake the Cake

1. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
2. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
3. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

5. Assemble and Serve

1. Sprinkle shredded coconut on top and one slice fresh coconut on the top.
2. Slice and serve your delicious coconut cake with tea, coffee, or as a dessert.

Tips

• Use fresh coconut milk for the best flavor.
• Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
• If you prefer a sweeter cake, increase the sugar slightly.

Nutrition Chart for Coconut Cake (per slice, approximately 8 servings)

• Calories —————— 280 kcal
• Total Fat —————— 15 g
• Cholesterol ————— 55 mg
• Sodium ——————– 200 mg
• Total Carbohydrates — 32 g
• Protein ——————— 4 g
• Sugar ———————— 18 g
• Fiber ———————— 2 g

Note: These values are approximate and may vary depending on the ingredients used and portion size.