Coconut Chocolate Cake I

Coconut is not only delicious but also provides various health benefits. It is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and can help improve digestion and boost the immune system.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Coconut Chocolate Cake I

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsweetened coconut milk
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Hot water
• 1 cup Shredded coconut
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• as desired for garnish Coconut flakes

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the coconut milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until smooth.
4. Gradually add the hot water to the batter, stirring continuously.
5. Fold in the shredded coconut.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
9. Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
10. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and a tablespoon of coconut milk to make the glaze.
11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
12. Sprinkle coconut flakes on top for garnish.
13. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 52g18%

Sugars 38g

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.