Coconut Loaf Cake
Coconut loaf cake is a tropical delight that combines moist texture with the sweet essence of coconut. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make cake fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma, inviting everyone to gather and indulge. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with frosting, each bite is a little slice of paradise that will leave you wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with coconut milk until just combined.
- Fold in shredded coconut gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (77g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using coconut sugar instead of granulated sugar. - Customize your cake by adding chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture. - To enhance coconut flavor, replace half of the flour with coconut flour.