Nest Cakes

Nest Cakes are a popular dessert that originated in the United States. They are called ‘Nest Cakes’ because of their resemblance to bird nests.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Nest Cakes

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₄ cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Chocolate chips
• ¹⁄₂ cup Shredded coconut

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Fold in the chocolate chips and shredded coconut.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
8. Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

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.