Coconut Blueberry Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Coconut Blueberry Cake
40 min.
15
173kcal

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of tropical and tangy flavors with this Coconut Blueberry Cake, a scrumptious vegetarian dessert perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 40 minutes, this cake serves 15 and offers a delectable 173 calories per serving. Bursting with the goodness of fresh or frozen blueberries, this cake is a delightful treat for your taste buds.

Crafted with a blend of all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and a hint of salt, the cake base offers a tender crumb that complements the natural sweetness of coconut and the tangy zest of lemon. The addition of canola oil and milk ensures a moist and rich texture, while the eggs provide the necessary structure. The star of the show, the blueberries, add a burst of color and flavor, making every bite a delightful experience.

To elevate this dessert, a homemade lemon sauce is crafted from a simple mix of sugar, cornstarch, lemon peel, water, butter, and lemon juice. This sauce adds a glossy finish and a tangy note that perfectly complements the coconut and blueberries.

With minimal equipment required - a bowl, saucepan, oven, wire rack, baking pan, and toothpicks - this recipe is accessible for both beginners and seasoned bakers. Whether you're looking to impress at a dinner party or simply satisfy a sweet craving, the Coconut Blueberry Cake is sure to be a hit. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to bake your way into a world of flavor with this easy, yet exquisite, dessert.

Ingredients

  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 1.5 cups blueberries fresh
  • tablespoon butter 
  • 0.5 cup canola oil 
  • cup coconut flakes flaked
  • 4.5 teaspoons cornstarch 
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • cup milk 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Beat the eggs, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in blueberries.
  2. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle with coconut.
  4. Bake at 375° for 22-24 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
  5. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and lemon peel. Gradually add water until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  6. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and lemon juice.
  7. Cut cake into squares; drizzle with lemon sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories173kcal
Protein7.92%
Fat36.66%
Carbs55.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.34
Glycemic Load
15.06
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.4591304633928%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.25mg
Petunidin
4.67mg
Delphinidin
5.24mg
Malvidin
10mg
Peonidin
3mg
Catechin
0.78mg
Epigallocatechin
0.1mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Eriodictyol
0.1mg
Hesperetin
0.29mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.19mg
Quercetin
1.14mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:173.42kcal
8.67%
Fat:7.22g
11.11%
Saturated Fat:4.35g
27.18%
Carbohydrates:24.58g
8.19%
Net Carbohydrates:22.82g
8.3%
Sugar:9.45g
10.5%
Cholesterol:25.78mg
8.59%
Sodium:147.59mg
6.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.51g
7.02%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.11%
Selenium:8.89µg
12.71%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.12%
Folate:35.1µg
8.78%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.55%
Phosphorus:77.5mg
7.75%
Calcium:76.26mg
7.63%
Fiber:1.76g
7.02%
Iron:1.2mg
6.68%
Vitamin B3:1.1mg
5.52%
Copper:0.09mg
4.29%
Vitamin K:4.12µg
3.92%
Magnesium:12.86mg
3.22%
Vitamin E:0.48mg
3.17%
Vitamin C:2.47mg
2.99%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.91%
Potassium:95.31mg
2.72%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.68%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.66%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.36%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
1.98%
Vitamin A:89.53IU
1.79%