Christmas Coconut Cake

Coconut is considered a symbol of fertility and abundance in many cultures, which is why it is often used in festive cakes like this Christmas Coconut Cake.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Christmas Coconut Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 15 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Butter
• 2 cup Granulated Sugar
• 3 Eggs
• 1 cup Coconut Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1.5 cup Shredded Coconut
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar
• 2 tablespoon Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the coconut milk and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Don't overmix.
6. Fold in the shredded coconut.
7. Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze.
11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
12. Sprinkle with additional shredded coconut, if desired.
13. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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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.