Lazy Daisy Cake

Lazy Daisy Cake is a classic American dessert that gained popularity during the mid-20th century. It gets its name from the easy and ‘lazy’ method of making the cake, as well as the beautiful daisy-like coconut topping.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Lazy Daisy Cake

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
6. In a small bowl, combine the shredded coconut, brown sugar, heavy cream, and chopped pecans. Mix well.
7. Spread the coconut mixture over the cake batter.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 30 minutes.
10. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 35g

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.