This Coconut Butter Cake is a delightful treat that combines the richness of butter with the sweet flavor of dried shredded coconut. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is moist, tender, and sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
Preparation Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
Ingredients
100g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
100g (1/2 cup) caster sugar
2 whole eggs (approximately 50g each)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
100g (2/3 cup) cake flour
1.5g (1/2 tsp) baking powder
20ml (4 tsp) fresh milk
30g (1/3 cup) dried shredded coconut
Directions
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- Prepare the Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F).
- Grease a 15x4x9cm loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Pan:
- 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:
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- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
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- Combine Dry Ingredients:
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- In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour and baking powder.
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- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients:
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- 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.
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- Bake the Cake:
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- 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.
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- 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!
