Light and Fluffy Coconut Cloud Cake for Happy Whisking
Coconut Cloud Cake is a light, fluffy dessert bursting with tropical flavor, perfect for any gathering.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Hand mixer
- cake pan
- spatula
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour This forms the base of your cake.
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar Adds sweetness and helps achieve fluffy texture.
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut Provides coconut flavor and texture.
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter Ensure it's at room temperature.
- 0.5 cups whole milk Contributes to moisture and soft crumb.
- 4 large eggs Use at room temperature for best results.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder Helps the cake rise.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness and balances flavors.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warm, inviting flavor.
For the Frosting
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream Whip until stiff peaks form.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a cake pan by greasing it and dusting with flour.
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add milk and vanilla, then mix until smooth.
- Whisk together the dry ingredients in a separate bowl.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Whip the cream until stiff peaks form for frosting.
- Frost the cooled cake and let it spill over the edges.
Notes
Make sure to have room temperature ingredients for better results. Don't overmix the batter to maintain fluffiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
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