Brazilian-Style Moist Coconut Cake

Coconut is a staple ingredient in Brazilian cuisine, and this moist coconut cake is a popular dessert in Brazil. It is often served at celebrations and special occasions.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Brazilian-Style Moist Coconut Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Brazilian Courses: Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3360

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Sweetened shredded coconut
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
• ¹⁄₂ cup Condensed milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Evaporated milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Whipped cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the coconut milk and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the sweetened and unsweetened shredded coconut.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over the surface with a skewer or fork. In a small bowl, whisk together the condensed milk and evaporated milk. Slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
7. Let the cake cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
8. To serve, remove the cake from the pan and transfer to a serving plate. Spread whipped cream over the top and sprinkle with additional shredded coconut.
9. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 420kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 24g37%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 38g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.