Description
A delightful coconut cake perfect for Christmas celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in coconut milk and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, shredded coconut, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Can be decorated with cream cheese frosting.
- Best served at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Christmas Coconut Cake