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Coconut Butter Cake

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1 Ingredients
2 Directions

Ingredients

    • 100 g (½ cup) unsalted butter
    • 100 g (½ cup) caster sugar
    • 2 whole eggs (approximately 50 g each)
    • ½ tsp vanilla extract
    • 100 g (⅔ cup) cake flour
    • 1.5 g (½ tsp) baking powder
  • 20 ml (4 tsp) fresh milk
  • 30 g (⅓ cup) dried shredded coconut

Directions

Prepare the Pan:

    • Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F).
    • Grease a 15x4x9 cm loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.

Cream the Butter and Sugar:

  • In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and caster sugar together until light and fluffy.

Add the Eggs and Vanilla:

  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Mix in the vanilla extract.

Combine Dry Ingredients:

  • In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour and baking powder.

Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients:

    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Stir in the fresh milk and dried shredded coconut until evenly distributed.

Bake the Cake:

    • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

 

  • Bake at 170°C (340°F) for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool and Serve:

    • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

 

  • Slice and serve. Enjoy your delicious Coconut Butter Cake!

Serving Suggestions

    • Serve as a dessert with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

 

  • Pair with a cup of coffee or tea for a perfect afternoon treat.
  • Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze for extra sweetness.

Cooking Tips

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    • Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier creaming.
    • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture.
    • Use unsweetened shredded coconut for a balanced sweetness.

Nutritional Benefits

    • Butter and Eggs: Provide richness, protein, and essential vitamins.
    • Coconut: Adds dietary fiber and healthy fats.

Dietary Information

    • Contains gluten, dairy, and eggs.
    • Not suitable for vegan or gluten-free diets without substitutions.

Nutritional Facts (Per Slice – Approx. 10 servings):

 

    • Calories: 220
    • Protein: 3 g

 

    • Fat: 13 g
    • Carbohydrates: 22 g
    • Fiber: 1 g

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