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Coconut Baba

Moist Coconut Baba: Your New Favorite Tropical Dessert!

Coconut Baba is a delightful cake that brings the essence of coconut to your dessert table, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Sugar Coconut sugar offers a subtle caramel flavor.
  • 3 large Eggs Can substitute with applesauce or egg replacers.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • ⅓ cup Coconut Milk Almond milk can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for proper rising.
  • 1 cup Desiccated Coconut Shredded coconut can be used instead.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt adds a lovely complexity.
For the Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar A must for that delightful finish.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice works best for flavor.

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan with unsalted butter.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and desiccated coconut.
  3. Beat softened unsalted butter with sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture and coconut milk, starting and finishing with dry ingredients.
  6. Pour the batter into the bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
  9. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth and drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 135mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better emulsification. Don't overmix; this maintains a light and fluffy texture.

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