Description
Delightful cakes that embody the vibrant flavors of Portuguese baking with a luxurious blend of coconut richness and sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until light and fluffy.
- Add melted butter and vanilla extract, stir to combine. In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut. Gradually add the dry mix to the egg-sugar mixture, alternating with milk. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For added flair, dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream and fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 140mg