Caribbean Coconut Cakes
Indulge in these moist and fluffy Caribbean Coconut Cakes that transport you to sun-soaked beaches with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Incorporate the vanilla extract and milk.
- Mix the all-purpose flour, shredded coconut, and baking powder in another bowl.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into greased cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
Great served with coconut sorbet, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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