Description
A delightful dessert combining rich coconut flavors with a light and fluffy texture, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the flour and baking powder together.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Alternate adding the flour mixture and coconut milk to the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely.
- Frost the cooled cake with whipped cream and sprinkle shredded coconut on top.
- Chill before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider toasting the shredded coconut before using it as a topping. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cake, dessert, coconut, tropical, whipped cream, easy recipe