Description
Creamy Southern Coconut Cake brings classic comfort with its luscious layers of moist white cake blanketed in silky coconut frosting. Southern bakers will adore this sweet heritage dessert that whispers memories of family gatherings and cherished culinary traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish/Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare the baking pan by coating it with butter and a light dusting of flour to prevent sticking.
- Using an electric mixer, whip the butter and sugar together until the mixture becomes pale and voluminous, creating a smooth and airy base for the cake.
- Carefully sift the flour and baking powder together in a separate bowl to eliminate any potential lumps and ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Incorporate the dry ingredients into the butter mixture gradually, alternating with gentle additions of coconut milk to maintain a silky, consistent batter.
- Enhance the cake’s flavor profile by stirring in fragrant vanilla extract and folding in delicate shreds of coconut for texture and tropical essence.
- Whip the eggs until they become light and frothy, then gently fold them into the batter to maintain the mixture’s airiness and create a tender crumb.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it evenly and create a smooth surface for uniform baking.
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, monitoring until a inserted toothpick emerges clean and the top turns a golden-brown hue.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely, enabling it to set and develop its full flavor before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth, even mixing and a uniform cake texture.
- Gently fold egg whites to maintain their airiness, creating a lighter, more delicate cake crumb.
- Toast shredded coconut beforehand for an enhanced, nutty flavor that adds depth to the cake’s taste.
- For a gluten-free version, swap all-purpose flour with a blend of almond and coconut flour to maintain moisture and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 448
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 137 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg