Description
Escape to paradise with this light and fruity tropical cake! Bursting with juicy pineapple, refreshing coconut, and zesty lime, each slice is a delightful treat that evokes sunny beach days. Perfect for brunches or celebrations, this cake is easy to prepare and will brighten any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix coconut milk, eggs, lime juice, and zest until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently; fold in pineapple chunks and shredded coconut.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve with whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg