Description
Delightful Portuguese coconut cakes that bring a tropical twist to any occasion with rich flavors and simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Coconut Milk
- 1 cup Shredded Coconut
- 2 large Eggs
- 3/4 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Flour
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the coconut milk, sugar, and eggs. Stir well until fully integrated.
- Slowly add the flour and baking powder to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded coconut.
- Grease your baking pan or line with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Remove cakes from the oven and cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, cut into squares or rectangles and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Measure ingredients accurately, use fresh baking powder, and avoid overmixing for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese