Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut, plus more for topping
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons coconut milk (or milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with coconut milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in shredded coconut until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
- Let cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- For glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, coconut milk (or milk), and vanilla extract. Adjust consistency if needed. Drizzle over cooled cake and sprinkle additional shredded coconut.
- Slice and serve.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
- Don’t overmix the batter.
- Measure flour accurately (spoon and level or use a kitchen scale).
- Check for doneness with a wooden skewer.
- Let the cake cool completely before glazing.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Variations: Add nuts, chocolate chips, different extracts (almond, rum), lime zest, or use gluten-free flour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian