Hazel's Fresh Coconut Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Hazel's Fresh Coconut Cake
95 min.
10
567kcal

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Welcome to the world of delightful desserts, where Hazel's Fresh Coconut Cake takes center stage! This mouthwatering cake is not only a feast for the senses but also a nostalgic treat that brings the tropical flavors of fresh coconut into your kitchen. Picture the fluffy layers of cake, infused with almond and vanilla extracts, perfectly balanced by the rich, creamy texture of coconut milk and topped with generous amounts of shredded coconut. With every bite, you'll experience the harmony of sweetness and the subtle nutty notes that coconut brings.

What makes this dessert even more enticing is that it's vegetarian-friendly, making it suitable for a wide audience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a sweet moment after a meal, this cake is destined to impress! Its vibrant presentation, especially when adorned with charming garnishes like kumquats and crab apples, adds a touch of elegance that makes it perfect for gatherings.

In just 95 minutes, you can create a stunning cake that serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for birthdays, family reunions, or any festive celebration. So, roll up your sleeves and prepare to fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked coconut cake. Your friends and family will be begging for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons almond extract 
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • cup butter softened
  • cups coconut or fresh shredded ( 2 coconuts)
  • 0.3 cup coconut milk fresh
  • large eggs 
  • 2.8 cups flour all-purpose
  • 10 servings garnishes: kumquats 
  • cup milk 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cups sugar 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add 2 cups sugar, beating well.
  2. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating until blended after each addition.
  3. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat at low speed until blended after each addition. Stir in flavorings.
  4. Pour batter into 3 greased and floured 9" round cakepans.
  5. Bake at 350 for 18 to 20 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 minutes; remove from pans, and cool on wire racks.
  6. Combine 2 tablespoons sugar and coconut milk in a small glass bowl. Microwave on HIGH 1 minute; stir until sugar dissolves.
  7. Brush 1 cake layer with half of coconut milk mixture, leaving a 1/2" margin around edges.
  8. Spread with 1 cup Boiled Frosting, and sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded coconut. Top with second cake layer, and repeat procedure. Top with remaining cake layer.
  9. Spread remaining frosting on top and sides of cake; sprinkle with remaining coconut.
  10. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories567kcal
Protein5.37%
Fat43.99%
Carbs50.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.22
Glycemic Load
49.47
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.501739232436%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.57mg
Apigenin
0.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:566.72kcal
28.34%
Fat:28.14g
43.29%
Saturated Fat:18.62g
116.39%
Carbohydrates:72.88g
24.29%
Net Carbohydrates:70.45g
25.62%
Sugar:44.91g
49.9%
Cholesterol:126.13mg
42.04%
Sodium:506.23mg
22.01%
Alcohol:0.41g
100%
Alcohol %:0.31%
100%
Protein:7.73g
15.46%
Selenium:20.36µg
29.08%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.54%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
20.33%
Folate:78.11µg
19.53%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.58%
Phosphorus:148.11mg
14.81%
Iron:2.65mg
14.7%
Vitamin A:717.7IU
14.35%
Vitamin B3:2.21mg
11.06%
Calcium:103.4mg
10.34%
Fiber:2.43g
9.74%
Copper:0.15mg
7.57%
Vitamin B5:0.63mg
6.32%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.81%
Zinc:0.83mg
5.56%
Magnesium:21.63mg
5.41%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.4%
Potassium:180.51mg
5.16%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.46%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.78%
Vitamin K:1.86µg
1.77%
Vitamin C:1.02mg
1.24%
Source:My Recipes