Description
Indulge in a slice of paradise with this moist and fluffy coconut cake, layered with creamy coconut frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this tropical delight combines simple ingredients to create an irresistible dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups coconut flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Cream the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together coconut flour, baking powder, and shredded coconut.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with coconut milk until just combined.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with coconut frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in crushed pineapple into the batter or top with toasted nuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.