How to make very fluffy coconut cake

Would you like to prepare a cake that is not only fluffy but also full of flavor? This coconut cake is a sweet delight that will surprise you with its soft texture and delicate flavor.

The best of all is that it is very easy to prepare and you don’t need to be an expert pastry chef to achieve it. Follow this recipe step by step and enjoy a perfect sponge cake to accompany your tea or coffee.

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How to prepare coconut cake

To prepare this delicious cake, you will need:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of wheat flour
• 1 cup grated coconut (you can use fresh or dehydrated coconut, whichever you prefer)
• 1 cup of sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 cup of milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence (optional)
• a pinch of salt

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a cake pan, or cover the bottom with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
2. In a large bowl, sift the wheat flour with the baking powder and a pinch of salt. Add the grated coconut and mix all the dry ingredients well.
3. In another bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until the mixture becomes pale and foamy. Next, add the coconut milk, regular milk, vegetable oil and vanilla essence (if you are using it). Mix well until all the ingredients are completely integrated.
4. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, mix gently until you obtain a homogeneous dough. Avoid over-beating so that the cake is fluffy.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Place in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Once ready, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the mold for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully unmold it and place it on a rack to cool completely.
7. You can serve the coconut cake as is or sprinkle it with a little icing sugar to give it an extra touch. You can also accompany it with a light whipped cream or some fresh fruit.

And ready! Now you have a delicious, very fluffy coconut cake that everyone will surely love.

Tips

• Use room temperature ingredients: Make sure the eggs, milk, and oil are at room temperature before you start. This will help the batter mix more evenly and make the cake fluffier.
• Don’t overbeat the mixture: When combining wet and dry ingredients, mix just until combined. Overbeating can develop too much gluten in the flour, resulting in a dense, less fluffy cake.
• Sift the dry ingredients: Sifting the flour and baking powder before adding them to the mixture will help aerate the dough, contributing to a lighter, fluffier texture in the cake.
• Check doneness: Every oven is different, so start checking the cake a few minutes before the recommended baking time. Insert a toothpick into the center; If it comes out clean or with dry crumbs, the cake is ready. If it comes out wet, let it bake for a few more minutes and check again.