Description
Indulge in our Coconut Milk Cake, a deliciously moist creation perfect for any gathering. Its rich, tropical hint comes from full-fat coconut milk, eggs, and oil, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 (13.5 oz / 400ml) can full-fat coconut milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined and lump-free.
- Step 3: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the full-fat coconut milk, large eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla bean paste until the mixture is smooth and well integrated.
- Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix with a spatula or whisk until just combined and no streaks of flour remain. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake tough.
- Step 5: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Step 6: Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes before carefully inverting it onto the rack to cool completely before serving or frosting.
Notes
- Keep your 'Coconut Milk Cake' wonderfully moist by storing it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week for lasting freshness.
- To best appreciate its soft, tender texture after refrigeration, allow slices to sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving.
- This delightfully moist cake shines on its own, but a dusting of powdered sugar, a dollop of whipped cream, or a side of fresh tropical fruit like mango or pineapple makes it extra special.
- To achieve that perfectly tender crumb, remember the golden rule: mix the wet and dry ingredients *just* until combined, as overmixing can lead to a tough cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/12th of cake)
- Calories: 385
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 35g