Isle of Coconut
Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with the "Isle of Coconut," a dreamy coconut-lime cake that’s as light and fragrant as an ocean breeze. This luscious dessert features a tender crumb infused with rich coconut milk, shredded sweetened coconut, and a hint of zesty lime for a refreshing citrus twist. The recipe is elevated with a silky lime glaze that seeps into the warm cake, adding a tangy-sweet finish. Quick to prepare in under an hour, this show-stopping cake is perfect for any occasion, from sunny afternoon teas to exotic-themed celebrations. Serve it garnished with extra coconut or lime zest for a visual pop of island-inspired flair. Discover how simple it is to bring the taste of the tropics to your table with this crowd-pleasing recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 3 large Eggs
- 240 milliliters Full-fat coconut milk
- 120 grams Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 100 grams Shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, coconut milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until the batter is smooth. Avoid overmixing.
Fold the shredded coconut and lime zest into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake bakes, prepare the lime glaze by mixing the lime juice and powdered sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
While the cake is still slightly warm, drizzle the lime glaze over the top, allowing it to soak in.
Garnish with extra shredded coconut or lime zest, if desired. Slice and serve to transport your taste buds to a tropical island!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3627 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.0 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.0 g | 690% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 820 mg | 273% | |
| Sodium | 1560 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 440.8 g | 160% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 255.9 g | ||
| Protein | 49.6 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1340 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
