Coconut Pound Cake: A Delightfully Moist and Indulgent Treat
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This Coconut Pound Cake is a moist and indulgent dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla and coconut extracts.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the batter, alternating with coconut milk until combined.
- Fold in shredded coconut.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using toasted coconut.
- Serve with a drizzle of coconut glaze for extra sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg