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Easy Homemade Brazilian Coconut Cake Recipe – Moist Bolo de Coco Dessert

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This Brazilian Coconut Cake, also known as Bolo de Coco, is a moist and delicious treat combining the flavors of coconut milk and sweet glaze. Spongy, tender, and topped with shredded coconut, it’s a perfect Brazilian dessert for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 large Eggs separated in whites and yolks
  • 0.75 cup Granulated White sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cup All purpose Flour unbleached
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.5 cup Coconut Milk unsweetened
  • 0.75 cup Sweetened Condensed milk
  • 0.33 cup Coconut milk unsweetened, for glaze
  • 0.75 cup Shredded coconut, sweetened or unsweetened, for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a cake pan.
  2. Beat egg whites until stiff.
  3. In another bowl, beat egg yolks with sugar and vanilla until creamy.
  4. Gently fold in flour and baking powder.
  5. Stir in coconut milk and sweetened condensed milk.
  6. Fold in whipped egg whites gently.
  7. Pour into pan and bake 30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Mix ⅓ cup coconut milk with shredded coconut for glaze and pour over cake immediately after baking.

Notes

  • Use pre-shredded coconut to save time.
  • Set separate timers for oven and pressure cooker to avoid overcooking.
  • Store cake in an airtight container; refrigerate to extend freshness.
  • Freeze slices individually for long-term storage.
  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Brazilian
  • Diet: Vegetarian