Lemon Coconut Cake

Here’s a delicious Lemon Coconut Cake recipe that’s moist, zesty, and full of tropical flavor!

Lemon Coconut Cake

Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 30-35 mins | Servings: 8-10

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour

• 1 ½ tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs, room temperature

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup (120ml) whole milk (or coconut milk for extra flavor)

• Zest of 2 lemons

• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1 cup (90g) shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)

For the Lemon Glaze (Optional but Recommended!):

• 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar

• 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• Extra shredded coconut for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep:

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

   • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. Cream Butter & Sugar:

   • In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 mins).

   • Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

4. Combine Wet & Dry:

   • Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk, mixing just until combined.

   • Fold in shredded coconut.

5. Bake:

   • Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

   • Bake for 30-35 mins or until a toothpick comes out clean.

   • Let cool in the pan for 10 mins, then transfer to a wire rack.

6. Glaze & Garnish:

   • Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.

   • Drizzle over the cooled cake and sprinkle with extra coconut.

Enjoy! This cake is perfect with tea, coffee, or as a refreshing dessert.

Variations:

• Coconut Cream Frosting: Swap the glaze for a coconut cream cheese frosting.

• Lemon Curd Filling: Add a layer of lemon curd between cake layers.

• Toasted Coconut: Toast the shredded coconut for extra flavor.

Would you like any modifications? 😊🍋🥥